Clinical Research Assistant NES

All tasks will be
performed under the general supervision of the Principal Investigators.

Database maintenance
and assistance with data analysis:

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Data organization into appropriate format to facilitate data analysis

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Preparation of related graphs and charts or results of data gathered

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May perform computer-assisted statistical analysis such as multiple antecedent
variables linear regression frequencies cross tabulations and the like

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May write non-complex programs using computer and software �compatible language
to reformat information create new files etc.

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May participate in quantitative and qualitative analyses of resultant
information

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May review literature pertaining to research being conducted in order to better
understand project and gather relevant information

Qualitative data
collection: 

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Conduct brief and long interviews with patient families 

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Obtain informed consent for interviews

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       Ensure accurate transcription of interview data

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       Ensure that data are collected appropriately 

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May participate in quantitative and qualitative analyses of resultant
information

Coordination and
organization of wider outreach:

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Planning and posting of social media posts

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Assistance with article submission

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Coordination and follow up of planned publications 

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 Coordinates activities of others assigned to research project to
interview patients compete forms or perform other tasks.

Works
with Information Services as needed to maintain computer equipment and access
to software.

May assist in planning
research protocols.

Bachelor�s
Degree or enrolled in a Bachelor's program ideally specializing in medicine
psychology or related area.

EXPERIENCE:

Three
to six months on-the-job experience to become familiar with specific research
studies preferred.

Knowledge of theory and
techniques of research methodology.

Organizational skills
to organize and prioritize own efforts on multiple projects and to gather
research information format appropriately for computer data entry prepare and
maintain records and reports etc.

Interpersonal skills to
effectively interact with patients families and Hospital professional to
gather and exchange information.

Analytical skills to
participate in developing research protocols perform statistical analyses and
participate in qualitative/quantitative analyses of research data.

Technical ability to
operate and maintain computer system.

Demonstrated knowledge
and skills necessary to provide participants with consideration of autism
child developmental stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care
process.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Often works within a
specific department to identify enroll and follow up on research patients. May
spend much of the time standing and walking between departments offices
Medical Records etc.

INDEPENDENT ACTION:

Perform independently
within the department�s policies and practices. Refers specific complex
problems to the supervisor when clarification of the departmental policies and
procedures are required.

SUPERVISORY
RESPONSIBILITY:

None.