Clinical Research Assistant
- Massachusetts General Hospital(MGH)
- Boston, MA
- Other
- About 1 month ago
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Job Description
Clinical Research Assistant
- (3282911)GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT:
The Perinatal Substance Use Research and Advocacy Group at MGH (PRISM) is a multidisciplinary group working to develop, implement, and evaluate evidence-based programs and policies to advance the care of families impacted by substance use disorder. The Clinical Research Assistant (CRA) will support several research and advocacy projects within PRISM, with the primary role supporting the maintenance of a retrospective chart review database of substance-exposed dyads The CRA will report to Dr. Davida Schiff, the Principal Investigator within PRISM and a clinician-researcher at MGHfC.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Collects and organizes patient data
- Maintains records and databases
- Uses software programs to generate graphs and reports
- Assists with recruiting patients for clinical trials
- Obtains patient study data from medical records, physicians, etc.
- Conducts library searches
- Performs administrative support duties as required
SKILLS/ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:
- Careful attention to details
- Good organizational skills
- Ability to follow directions
- Good communication skills
- Computer literacy
- Knowledge of clinical research protocols
EDUCATION:
High School Diploma required; some college preferred.
EXPERIENCE:
Experience or interest in working with pregnant and parenting people who use drugs and families impacted by addiction.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Works under general supervision in office setting. Supervisor regularly reviews progress of work.
Massachusetts General Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. Applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged.