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Full-time, Paid, Research Assistant, Rheumatology

April 4, 2022

Posted
Mon., Feb. 21

Organization
Hospital for Special SurgeryDivision of Rheumatology

Position Description
The Division of Rheumatology at the Hospital for Special Surgery is seeking a research assistant to work with Dr. Anne R. Bass on studies of autoimmune side effects of cancer immunotherapy and rheumatoid arthritis.

Responsibilities include:

  • Identifying, screening, recruiting, obtaining consent from patients for participation in research studies
  • Administering questionnaires, interviews in person, by mail, and/or by phone
  • Coordinating patient visits, ensuring protocol compliance
  • Preparing and submitting study related materials to the Institutional Review Board (IRB) for regulatory approvals
  • Regularly reporting on progress towards milestones
  • Organizing and maintaining all files and documents related to specific projects
  • Designing/maintaining databases, data collection forms, source documents, patient files
  • Collecting, processing, storing, shipping blood/tissue/microbiome specimens (phlebotomy training provided as applicable)
  • Preparing and submitting abstracts, manuscripts and presentations to disseminate study results/progress
  • Assisting in grant documents/submissions

Position Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Clinical research experience a plus 
  • Facility with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Endnote
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Strong time management, and organizational skills
  • Ability to use tact, discretion, and sound judgment when dealing with confidential information

Time Commitment
Full-time. 12 month commitment required, 24 months preferred. Starting May 2022. 

Compensation
$40K

Apply
To apply, send a resume, an unofficial transcript, and a cover letter by email to Chanae Thompson