Research Assistant

Location

Henry Hood Center For Health Research

Days (United States of America)

40

Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

No

Under the supervision of an experienced Project Manager or designee, responsible for assisting with coordination of research projects. Perform day‑to‑day research project activities such as recruitment database searches, mailings, recruitment calls. Schedule research appointments, maintain study documentation, specimen management and tracking (supply ordering, preparation of clinical research lab kits, packaging/shipping of clinical specimens, etc.), data collection and entry, study tracking and reporting, and subject reimbursement processing and tracking.

• Conduct and manage minimal risk studies under the supervision of a project manager or designee.
• Prepare, maintain, and track regulatory documents according to governmental regulations and sponsor requirements.
• Assist with subject visits including obtaining vital signs, performing clinical tests, collecting clinical samples, and data collection, as applicable.
• Set up, track, and troubleshoot study technology (e‑diaries, apps, home use research equipment), as applicable.
• Conduct literature searches and fact‑finding research to support project development.
• Ensure adherence to federal or other regulatory requirements.
• Communicate needs, issues, statuses, etc. to appropriate study personnel.
• Assist with grant submissions and grant funding opportunities; participate in pre‑ and post‑award grant process, as applicable.

Secure candidate should demonstrate excellent communication skills, organizational skills, and commitment to patient confidentiality. Candidates with experience in qualitative research, such as conducting interviews, are encouraged to apply.

The Research Assistant will work in the Department of Population Health Sciences with the team in the Center for Community Environment and Health (CCEH). CCEH is a collaborative center between Geisinger and the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. The CCEH team is dedicated to understanding how where people live effects their health. The team studies the built, social, socioeconomic, and natural environment in relation to a range of diseases, including diabetes, cardiovascular and respiratory conditions, substance use disorders, and Lyme disease.

The Research Assistant will assist with CCEH studies and additional research projects in the Department of Population Health Sciences.

Bachelor’s Degree‑Related Field of Study (Required)

Communication, Computer Literacy, Multitasking, Organizing, Teamwork

We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners. We encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality.

We know that a diverse workforce with unique experiences and backgrounds makes our team stronger. Our patients, members and community come from a wide variety of backgrounds, and it takes a diverse workforce to make better health easier for all. We are proud to be an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.