Research Assistant

Research Assistant – PREVENTABLE Trial VA Boston SiteBoston VA Research Institute, Inc. (BVARI)POSITION TYPE: Non-ExemptWorking under the general supervision of the Principal Investigator and Project Manager, the Research Assistant performs routine research working with patients and maintains records of this research, whether experimental or practical, for interpretation by senior research staff. The Research Assistant oversees the implementation of research studies, completes data collection forms and surveys, and provides oversight of the day-to-day operations of assigned projects, including the implementation of all research procedures and systems. The Research Assistant may have opportunities to participate in scholarly work, manuscript writing, and presentations.REPORTS TO: Principal Investigator and Project ManagerESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides coordination and support to applied research and innovation projectsWorks with the Investigator on grant-funded studiesAssists with outreach, adherence, and retentionHandles multiple projects within a fast-paced environment and is open to constant challenge and changeDocumentation and maintenance of equipment to support research techniquesRecruit, schedule, and consent participantsAdminister physical performance assessments and conduct in-person research study visits, including blood sample collection and processingExecutes protocols involving a variety of routine experiments.May, with supervision, work to develop new protocols and/or modifications of existing procedures and techniquesADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIESPerforms general program support work such as the collection, compilation, research, and/or tracking of data and program informationPrepares appointment paperwork and makes reminder calls for study subjectsPerforms medical literature searches and obtains relevant paperworkReviews and evaluates documents/reports and/or applications for omissions and inconsistencies, and ensures data is complete and accurateMaintains file system of program -specific data to track suspense items, milestones, progress reports and funding accomplishmentsMaintains study files, binders, and logsMaintains recruitment database and data entryProvides support for study staff training and certificationQUALIFICATIONSBachelor’s degree in biology, neuroscience, psychology or other related fields preferredAcademic interest in aging, frailty, and/or geriatric research preferred1-2 years’ experience in human subject research preferredWillingness to commit to the position for a minimum of two yearsShould be organized and detail-orientedExcellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skillsComputer and database skills helpfulMust be able to prioritize appropriatelyDemonstrated experience in managing study projectsShould be enthusiastic and highly self-motivated, able to work alone without direct supervisionCommitted to high-quality workThe employee must be a resident of Massachusetts upon start date.Please note we are unable to provide work authorization and/or visa sponsorship.Work EnvironmentThis job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.Physical DemandsThe physical demands described in this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands; and reach with hands and arms.This position requires the ability to occasionally lift office products and supplies, up to 20 pounds.Position Type/Expected Hours of WorkThis is a full-time position, and hours of work and days are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.Travel No travel is expected for this position.Work Authorization/Security ClearanceAn employee in this position must complete all appropriate background checks at the time of hire and periodic reappointment.Other DutiesPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.Equal Opportunity Employer The Boston VA Research Institute provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.Pay RangeMinimum $50,000.00, Midpoint $54,000, Maximum $58,000.00Salary is based on related experience, expertise, and internal equity; generally, new hires can expect pay between the minimum and midpoint of the range.