Research Assistant , Neurosurgery

Research Assistant Position

The Golby Laboratory for Image Guided Neurosurgery at the Department of Neurosurgery at Brigham and Women's Hospital is looking to hire a qualified candidate for the position of Research Assistant. The main mission of this laboratory is to use imaging to improve neurosurgical outcomes for patients with brain tumors.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work closely with diverse team in a collaborative research environment that includes research assistants, physicians, computer scientists, neurosurgeons, and neuroscientists with ongoing research studies in image-guided neurosurgery
• Assist in scanning, image processing (fMRI/DTI) and other tasks that are beneficial to the overall program, with possibility of authorship if contributions are significant.
• In conjunction with Lab Manager, update and develop lab SOPs as appropriate.

• Responsible for entering data and maintaining the study (Redcap) database per the expectations of the PI, for active clinical human studies protocols.
• Use Redcap to assist with querying patient data for research.

• Ensure IRB and Good Clinical Practice compliance of documentation associated with active clinical research protocols in the lab.
• Act as a regulatory resource by maintaining regular contact with investigators and study teams during the course of studies to guarantee that compliance with institutional and regulatory requirements are maintained.
• Amend IRBs as regulations and research protocols change.
• Attend institutional Human Subject Research regulation training sessions to stay current

• Adhere to BWH/MGB and department policies, procedures and objectives, exemplify professionalism, and exhibit values that contribute to the goals of the lab and the hospital.
• Other tasks, projects and duties as required or assigned by Principal Investigator or Lab Manager.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in research or science field required; neurosciences preferred.
• Strong motivation for curiosity-driven research, hypothesis-generation and constant desire to improve understanding of lab's area of research.
• Experience working in a healthcare setting preferred.
• Experience with database management.

Skills/Abilities/Competencies

Required:

• Proficiency in regulatory compliance for human subjects in clinical research or the willingness to acquire such proficiency with training is required.
• Careful attention to details and a meticulous approach to recording data are essential skills for this position.
• High degree of computer literacy. Working knowledge of data management software and procedures. Proficiency with Redcap is preferred. Experience with Power Point, Excel and other Microsoft office programs.
• The ability to pay attention to detail, a meticulous approach to recording data, and the ability to work well with others on a clinical research team.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Strong critical thinking skills and ability to independently resolve problems.
• Strong understanding of Good Clinical Practice (GCP).
• Ability to work self-reliantly.

Institutional Behavioral

Competencies:

• Maintain an environment where individuals value and respect differences in all situations.
• Work effectively with others who have diverse perspectives, talents, roles, backgrounds and/or styles.
• Contribute to a positive team environment where differences are respected, supported and are free from stereotyping and offensive comments.
• Be professional when approached about behaviors that might be perceived as disrespectful.
• Practice active listening skills.
• Foster and maintain an environment that respects open dialogue, differences of opinion, as well as diverse communication styles.
• Ensure that information is shared in a clear, accurate, and timely manner using the appropriate communication method for your audience.
• Express oneself clearly and professionally in your verbal, non-verbal, written, and electronic communication.
• Take initiative to support others and build productive relationships that will lead to a cohesive workplace.
• Interact effectively with other team members, departments and visitors to accomplish organizational goals.
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