Research Assistant

SUMMARY: Under the direct supervision of the Principal Investigator, the Project Director and Research Program Manager conduct specific research protocols associated with assigned research project(s). All essential functions performed in this position reflect the age and culture specific needs of the participants. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: Assists with administrative and study management tasks such aspreparation of project protocols, intervention, and assessment materials. Conducts research protocols in conjunction with project staff. For example, assists with recruiting and enrolling eligible participants using online and community-based recruitment strategies. Assists in conducting participant visits and groups sessions.Administers assessments as needed at the WCDRC, Brown University Health hospital sites, or via home visits/community visits as necessary. Maintains documentation of data collection and assists with data management. Collects research data by accurately completing and coding all visit forms and documenting activities as directed. Maintains accurate study records ensuring and respecting participant confidentiality. Assists with qualitative research tasks including transcribing and coding qualitative interviews. Scores, codes, and enters data into computer database. Works individually with participants assessing their needs for services and making referrals under the guidance of the Principal Investigator and/or Project Director. Maintains study policies and reports any decisions back to supervisor(s). Implements appropriate activities for retention of study participants and follow-up procedures as directed. Schedules own appointments and maintains calendar. Maintains and completes all paperwork, forms, and logs associated with study protocol. Tracks necessary data regarding participant adherence and outcomes of health risk behaviors. Participates in ongoing maintenance evaluation and development of study protocol. Suggests improvements to data control instruments and measurement instruments where appropriate. Reports to Principal Investigator and/or Project Director problems encountered in performing assigned activities and suggesting solutions to those problems. Works with the Principal Investigator and/or Project Director to maximize the ease of administering study protocols, subject recruitment, and follow-up. Maintains project and hospital policies regarding confidentiality. Attends regularly scheduled supervision team meetings conference calls and program meetings as required by supervisor(s). Works collaboratively with study staff at the Miriam Hospital and external facilities. Maintains quality assurance safety environmental and infection control in accordance with established hospital and department policies procedures and objectives. Position requires flexible scheduling to accommodate program needs. Performs other related duties as required. Initial training period will be fully in person. Remote work may become possible as the individual advances through the position depending on the needs of the individual principal investigator and specific study needs. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: BASIC KNOWLEDGE: Bachelors Degree. Basic computer knowledge i.e. being able to navigate through PC software typing/word processing and completing spreadsheet/data entry. Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care patients with consideration of aging processes human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process. Bilingual in Spanish/English is preferred but not required. EXPERIENCE: Prior research experience particularly focused in the areas of psychology social sciences medicine or computer science is appreciated. Prior experience with technology (wearable devices smartphone apps participant tracking systems data analysis software using websites) is preferred but not required. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None. Pay Range: $41,537.60-$68,556.80 EEO Statement: Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Location: The Miriam Hospital - 164 Summit Ave Providence, Rhode Island 02906 Work Type: M-F 8:30am-5:00pm Work Shift: Day Daily Hours: 8 hours Driving Required: No As Rhode Island's largest health system and private employer, Brown University Health is the state's premier provider of health services and includes the only Level I Trauma Center for southeastern New England. Today, more than 20,000 people work at Brown University Health and bring their unique skills, experiences, and compassion to their jobs every day. Formed in 1994, Brown University Health is a not-for-profit health system based in Providence, RI comprising three teaching hospitals of The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University: Rhode Island Hospital and its Hasbro Children's; The Miriam Hospital; and Bradley Hospital, the nations first psychiatric hospital for children; Newport Hospital, Saint Anne's Hospital and Morton Hospital, community hospitals offering a broad range of health services; Gateway Healthcare, the states largest provider of community behavioral health care; and Brown Health Medical Group, the largest multi-specialty practice in Rhode Island. Brown University Health is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity of cultural background, race, gender, age, religion, identity, ability, and perspectives - we are actively committed to a diverse workforce that represents the patients and community that we serve. 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