Clinical Research Assistant - Center Study of Traumatic Stress

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The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners.

Job Description

The HJF is seeking a Clinical Research Assistant I to perform data collection by conducting research interviews. The Clinical Research Assistant will recruit and screen subjects for research studies and collect baseline and follow‑up data from subjects. This is the first of four levels of clinical research assistants and works under the guidance and direction of senior staff.

This is a Phase 2 randomized, double‑blinded, placebo‑controlled study that will evaluate multiple potential therapeutic interventions for PTSD utilizing an adaptive platform trial design and cutting‑edge techniques for measuring outcomes. Subjects are randomized among the multiple cohorts in the study, and the resulting randomization enables sharing/pooling of control subjects, where all interventions may be compared to a common control (placebo).

The position will be in support of the Department of Psychiatry / Center for the Study of Traumatic Stress.

• Assists in the preparation of technical reports, summaries, and protocols.
• Assists with lab work, including preparation of patient samples.
• Maintains clear and accurate project records, inventories, and logbooks.
• Performs data entry for research projects and maintains databases.
• Interaction with study subjects, including screening, recruitment, and data collection.
• Provides basic data analysis and interpretation.
• Independently identifies and collects reports, journal articles, data, and other relevant information in an organized and proactive capacity.
• Assists with the preparation of manuscripts, reports, and presentations, including editing and formatting documents; distributes manuscripts and reports to all scientific collaborators as required.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor, including attendance of and participation in required training for role.

• Bachelor's Degree required;
  Behavioral Sciences preferred.
• Minimum of 0‑2 years of experience required.

• Knowledge of basic computer programs; ability to follow detailed instructions; good written and verbal communication, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Previous clinical research experience is preferred.
• Previous experience with patient recruitment and consenting preferred.
• Previous phlebotomy experience preferred.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a T1/Public Trust Background Check.

• This position will take place primarily in a clinic, hospital, or office environment onsite at Fort Belvoir, VA.

• The hourly pay range for this position is $19.33-$23.00. Actual hourly pay will be determined based on experience, education, etc.

• HJF offers a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on your health and well‑being, from medical, dental, and vision coverage to health savings and retirement plans, and more.

Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check if applicable. Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation…