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Research Assistant II

Brigham and Women's Hospital
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
221 Longwood Avenue (Show on map)
Jun 18, 2025
Research Assistants are responsible for managing and coordinating the clinical studies as members of the research team. This involves screening patients for study eligibility, data entry and analysis, study report preparation, and clinical laboratory work such as vital signs, EKG administration and psychometric questionnaires. Research Assistants will work closely with the physicians and investigators on staff in managing study subjects throughout the course of the study Our Lab: Men's Heath, Aging, and Metabolism Research is seeking a RAII to assist and support the research team in the overall conduct of several ongoing clinical trials. Populations served include young adult, adult, senior adult and geriatric. Additionally, our research includes work with diverse populations including healthy, psychically fit adults to individuals with various chronic conditions including diabetes mellitus type 2, postmenopausal women with stress urinary incontinence, and prostate cancer survivors. Our research focuses on exercise science, metabolism, hormones and aging. The ideal candidate will have interest in health science, medical science, and/or clinical research. This experience will provide opportunities for hands-on learning on the organization and implementation of a clinical trial, communication with basic scientists and familiarization with regulatory bodies and practices. Education: Bachelor's Degree Science required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Experience: Relevant research and data management experience 1-2 years required Roles & Responsibilities - Collects & organizes patient data - Maintains records and databases - Uses software programs to generate graphs and reports -Facilitates IRB submission process by preparing protocol applications, protocol amendments, safety reports and other required documents - Assists with recruiting patients for clinical trials - Obtains patient study data from medical records, physicians, etc. - Verifies accuracy of study case report forms - Updates study forms per protocol - Documents patient visits and procedures - Assists with regulatory binders and QA/QC procedures - Assists with interviewing study subjects - Administers and scores questionnaires - Provides basic explanation of study and in some cases obtains informed consent from subjects - Performs study procedures, which will include assessing health through interviews, obtaining vital signs/ EKG and administering questionnaires - Assists with study regulatory submissions - Verifies subject inclusion/exclusion criteria - Performs administrative support duties as required SKILLS/ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED: - Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to interact with employees and study subjects - Good organizational skillsand the ability to balance and prioritize multiple dynamic projects - Excellent attention to detail - Capability to work well independently and within a multi-disciplinary team - High degree of computer literacy(Excel, Outlook, Word) - Working knowledge of clinical research protocols - Ability to demonstrate respect and professionalism for subjects' rights and individual Physical Requirements Standing Frequently (34-66%) Walking Frequently (34-66%) Sitting Occasionally (3-33%) Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device) Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs Pushing Occasionally (3-33%) Pulling Occasionally (3-33%) Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%) Balancing Frequently (34-66%) Stooping Occasionally (3-33%) Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%) Crouching Occasionally (3-33%) Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%) Reaching Frequently (34-66%) Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%) Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%) Feeling Constantly (67-100%) Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%) Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%) Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%) Talking Constantly (67-100%) Hearing Constantly (67-100%) The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.