Research Intern

Description

The Research Intern is an entry level clinical research position. The Intern will perform a variety of research, database and clerical duties of a routine and technical nature to support clinical trials and assist investigators to organize, gather and compile clinical research data. The Intern will primarily be responsible for the collection, aggregation, and analysis of data. The Research Intern will also perform other duties such as data entry, and administrative duties such as filing, record keeping, photocopying, and creating flyers/posters.

The Research Intern will be supervised by a senior research staff member or principal investigator.

Minimum Education: High School Diploma or GED (Required) or Bachelor's Degree (May require a Bachelor’s degree based on the specific internship program).

Minimum

Work Experience:

0-2 years related experience. 2 years experience working in a medical or scientific research setting preferred.

• Required Skills/Knowledge:
  • Demonstrates adherence with the standards for the responsible conduct of research.
  • Work requires organizational skills, knowledge of basic mathematical, data collection and analysis, and research principles.
  • Knowledge of human subjects research.
  • Excellent computer skills in a Windows and/or Mac environment.
  • Excellent writing, editing, and proofing skills.
• Required Licenses And
  
  Certifications:
  
  
  • CITI Certification (Required)
  • Valid Driver's license

• Maintain confidentiality of data, as required.
• Plan, conduct and manage research projects.
• Responsible for appropriate use of research funds and resources.

• Ensure compliance with program guidelines and requirements of funding and regulatory agencies.
• Stay informed of and adhere to human research protection guidelines, relevant best practices, and changes to any research protocol.
• Accurately complete IRB submissions on time.
• Anticipate study needs and work to accomplish them in a timely manner.
• Seek assistance, when needed.

• Collect data in order to facilitate operational and clinical research activities.
• Enter clinical and research data and information into database, include electronic CRFs and sample tracking databases.
• Follow established guidelines in the collection of clinical data and/or administration of clinical studies.
• Support aggregation and analysis of study data, as directed by senior research staff.

• Attend and contribute to team meetings, including working to set and achieve project timelines and deliverables.
• Obtain training and certification as required by study protocol (e.g., CITI training).
• Comply with all annual job-related training requirements.