Research Supv

Supervises non-MD/PhD research staff including authoritatively recommending selection and as appropriate corrective action up to and including recommendation for termination. Participates in interview and selection of staff. Performs annual evaluation of subordinate professional and support research staff. Provides for training and orientation to research project(s). Oversees coordination of staff and participant schedules. Monitors adherence to procedures/protocols to ensure accurate data collection etc.

Assumes primary responsibility for the communication of Brown University Health policies and procedures for research and administrative functions within the assigned area. Provides assistance in the establishment of hypotheses and designs research protocols for same.

Organizes and implements the protocol of the projects provides direct services as outlined by the grant criteria. Provides direction for the research projects. May function as needed in the role of senior clinical research assistant.

Ensures accurate and complete collection of research data and development of associated databases and reports. Analyzes resultant research data and participates in interpretation of same with investigator. Manages Data Use Agreements and data sharing procedures. May assist in the preparation and presentation of research papers.

Supervises IRB submissions and maintains appropriate records in a timely fashion.

Maintains quality assurance safety environmental and infection control in accordance with established hospital department policies and objectives. Coordinates and/or conducts annual training in these areas.

May require outside travel to evaluate sites or for other grant-related reasons.

Maintains and enhances professional expertise through educational opportunities and review of pertinent literature. Individual may attend users meetings to stay informed on new technologies and advancements in the fields.

Excellent computer skills and facility with statistical software applications.

May require valid driver�s license where grant requires travel outside of hospital.

Bachelor�s Degree in statistical science or or in Psychology with 3 to 5 years experience in multivariate research databases or Master�s level degree with background in Research.

Demonstrated proficiency in mid-level programming applications such as SAS SPSS R. Must also have proficiency in spreadsheet software applications such as Excel.

Organizational skills to gather research information format appropriately to facilitate data entry and to prepare and maintain records and reports.

Knowledge of and ability to operate desktop to display store and retrieve information and to program computerized statistical analyses.

Analytical skills to assess completeness quality and acceptability of data. Knowledge and working experience with relational databases and database structures.

Interpersonal skills to effectively interact with Hospital professionals to gather and clarify research data.

EXPERIENCE:

Five years progressively more responsible clinical research experience including demonstrated supervisory skills and effective interpersonal/communication skills.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

While most duties are performed in an office environment incumbent is exposed to lab research environment. Any risk of exposure to contagious or noxious elements is minimized by adherence to safety procedures and protocols.

INDEPENDENT ACTION:

Incumbent functions independently within a broad scope of department policies and practices; generally refers specific problems to supervisor only where clarification of department policies and procedures may be required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

Provides direct supervision for up to 8 full-time equivalent personnel assigned to the program.