Research Assistant

SUMMARY

Under the direct supervision of the Project Manager and Principal Investigator, will conduct specific research protocols associated with assigned research projects. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers, and one another.

In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include:

• Instill Trust and Value Differences
• Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate

RESPONSIBILITIES

COBRE Responsibilities (70% time)

Primarily responsible for supporting the COBRE Community Advisory Board (CAB), which includes:

• Coordinating bi-monthly meetings and facilitating regular communication with the CAB
• Supporting researchers in collaborating with the Community Advisory Board
• Disseminating information regarding SPC Core activities via internet and social media
• Maintaining record of SPC Core activities and assisting in quarterly reporting
• Coordinating weekly meetings, taking and distributing minutes
• Supporting the Core in conducting trainings, which may include researching in the topic area, coordinating planning meetings, and assisting in the development of curriculum

Under the guidance of Core Managers, may support COBRE-funded researchers in the following areas:

• Regulatory and administrative functions (i.e., institutional review board application and reporting)
• Questionnaires/interviews development
• Data collection (i.e., interview participants)
• Recruiting participants
• Literature searches

RIDOH Research Responsibilities (30% time)

• Recruit participants
• Conduct participants interviews according to established protocols (in the community and via telephone)
• Update RedCap survey tool
• Maintain and complete all paperwork associated with study protocol
• Assist in writing reports; participate in the interpretation of results and preparation of manuscripts based on research performed
• Perform other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

BASIC KNOWLEDGE

• Bachelor’s Degree in related field
• Basic computer knowledge, i.e., being able to navigate through PC software, typing/word processing, and completing spreadsheet/data entry
• Ability to appropriately collect and store various biospecimens, in accordance with specific protocols

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 2 years professional research experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PPT) and familiar with data collection management systems (i.e. Qualtrics, Redcap)
• Strong attention to detail and highly organized
• Ability to work with a team and independently
• Experience and comfort in issues related to substance use, harm reduction, homelessness, chronic and/or infectious disease, mental health, and/or bilingual/bicultural and LGBTQ+ communities
• This position will require working in the community. COVID-19 safety procedures and protocols are in place to minimize risk of exposure
• Requires standing, bending, and sitting. Sufficient visual acuity and manual dexterity to use computer keyboard and other common office equipment
• The COBRE on Opioids and Overdose seeks skilled, innovative personnel. Personal, professional, and other lived experiences are invaluable resources that help the COBRE on Opioids and Overdose better serve our communities

INDEPENDENT ACTION

Incumbent functions within the scope of department policies and practices. Refers specific problems/issues to supervisor(s).

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

None.

PAY RANGE

$41,537.60 - $68,556.80

LOCATION

The Miriam Hospital - 164 Summit Ave Providence, Rhode Island 02906

WORK TYPE

M-F, 8am - 4:30 pm

WORK SHIFT

Day

DAILY HOURS

8 hours

DRIVING REQUIRED

No

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.