Lifespan
Summary
Under general supervision, but following established policies and procedures, performs scientific investigative research in areas related to patient care. Research literature in the field, participates in the design of experimental protocols and development of new procedures to carry out established research objectives. Interviews patients to gather information, prepares and maintains study record, enters data via computer, assists with statistical analyses of resultant data. Participates in the qualitative/quantitative analyses of data. May assist in writing presentations and papers for publication based on the research performed. 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: Instill Trust and Value Differences; Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate.
Responsibilities
Identifies patients meeting criteria for inclusion in clinical research studies, ensuring research protocol eligibility requirements are met.
In collaboration with the research investigator, participates in the design or refinement of experimental protocols to achieve the scientific objectives of the research project.
Assists in the development of research methodologies within the parameters of experimental protocols and research objectives to allow quantitative and qualitative evaluation and interpretation of data obtained.
Establishes and maintains study record for each participant.
Interviews patients and/or family members to explain the nature of the study, eliciting cooperation and gathering information to complete study questionnaires.
Facilitates obtaining informed consent.
May assist in scheduling patient appointments and making calls to patients to complete documentation.
Reviews medical records to abstract information necessary to complete forms.
Requests and follows up on missing data such as laboratory test results.
Regularly monitors adherence to protocol; alerts the physician when laboratory tests ordered have not been performed, medication protocols not followed, etc.
Collects and organizes patient data into appropriate format to facilitate data entry.
Creates, modifies as appropriate, and maintains the study database to meet project needs.
Gathers, tabulates, graphs, develops explanatory charts, and analyzes data using statistical methodology.
May perform computer-assisted statistical analysis such as multiple antecedent variables, linear regression, frequencies, cross-tabulation, and the like.
May write non-complex programs using computer and software-compatible language to reformat information and create new files.
Prepares and maintains related graphs, charts, or results of data gathered.
May participate in quantitative/qualitative analyses of resultant information.
May provide functional guidance to subordinate research staff assigned to the project to train them on techniques and procedures related to research data collection and ensure adherence to research protocol procedures.
Serves as a role model with regard to appropriate professional behavior (e.g., appropriate attire, handling of interpersonal conflicts, giving and receiving constructive feedback, and proactive problem solving).
May participate in the interpretation of results during conferences with the principal investigator and other research professionals to review data compared to hypothesis and research methodology.
May make recommendations for modification of the research protocol based upon initial findings.
May assist in writing presentations and papers for publications based on research performed.
May regularly review relevant literature to better understand the project.
May have the opportunity to enhance professional expertise through educational opportunities and participation in related teams and conferences.
Minimum Qualifications
Basic knowledge: Bachelor’s Degree in Applied or Life Sciences or related area, including courses in research methodologies and microcomputer systems.
Experience: Two to three years of related research experience. Experience should demonstrate effective working knowledge of statistics, computer programming, and research methodology, as well as an in-depth knowledge of the scientific field in which the research is being conducted.
Work Environment: Often works within a specific department to identify, enroll, and follow up with research patients, spending much time standing and walking between departments, offices, medical records, etc.
Work Environment Often works within a specific department to identify, enroll, and follow up with research patients. May spend much of the time standing and walking between departments, offices, Medical Records, etc.
Independent Action Performs independently within the department's policies and practices; refers specific complex problems to the supervisor when clarification of departmental policies and procedures is required.
Supervisory Responsibility Provides functional guidance to subordinate research staff assigned to the project.
Pay Range $47,143.10 - $77,818.83
EEO Statement Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.
Location Providence-146 West River Street - 146 West River Street Providence, Rhode Island 02904
Work Type M-F 8-4:30pm
Work Shift Day
Daily Hours 8 hours
Driving Required No
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Responsibilities
Identifies patients meeting criteria for inclusion in clinical research studies, ensuring research protocol eligibility requirements are met.
In collaboration with the research investigator, participates in the design or refinement of experimental protocols to achieve the scientific objectives of the research project.
Assists in the development of research methodologies within the parameters of experimental protocols and research objectives to allow quantitative and qualitative evaluation and interpretation of data obtained.
Establishes and maintains study record for each participant.
Interviews patients and/or family members to explain the nature of the study, eliciting cooperation and gathering information to complete study questionnaires.
Facilitates obtaining informed consent.
May assist in scheduling patient appointments and making calls to patients to complete documentation.
Reviews medical records to abstract information necessary to complete forms.
Requests and follows up on missing data such as laboratory test results.
Regularly monitors adherence to protocol; alerts the physician when laboratory tests ordered have not been performed, medication protocols not followed, etc.
Collects and organizes patient data into appropriate format to facilitate data entry.
Creates, modifies as appropriate, and maintains the study database to meet project needs.
Gathers, tabulates, graphs, develops explanatory charts, and analyzes data using statistical methodology.
May perform computer-assisted statistical analysis such as multiple antecedent variables, linear regression, frequencies, cross-tabulation, and the like.
May write non-complex programs using computer and software-compatible language to reformat information and create new files.
Prepares and maintains related graphs, charts, or results of data gathered.
May participate in quantitative/qualitative analyses of resultant information.
May provide functional guidance to subordinate research staff assigned to the project to train them on techniques and procedures related to research data collection and ensure adherence to research protocol procedures.
Serves as a role model with regard to appropriate professional behavior (e.g., appropriate attire, handling of interpersonal conflicts, giving and receiving constructive feedback, and proactive problem solving).
May participate in the interpretation of results during conferences with the principal investigator and other research professionals to review data compared to hypothesis and research methodology.
May make recommendations for modification of the research protocol based upon initial findings.
May assist in writing presentations and papers for publications based on research performed.
May regularly review relevant literature to better understand the project.
May have the opportunity to enhance professional expertise through educational opportunities and participation in related teams and conferences.
Minimum Qualifications
Basic knowledge: Bachelor’s Degree in Applied or Life Sciences or related area, including courses in research methodologies and microcomputer systems.
Experience: Two to three years of related research experience. Experience should demonstrate effective working knowledge of statistics, computer programming, and research methodology, as well as an in-depth knowledge of the scientific field in which the research is being conducted.
Work Environment: Often works within a specific department to identify, enroll, and follow up with research patients, spending much time standing and walking between departments, offices, medical records, etc.
Work Environment Often works within a specific department to identify, enroll, and follow up with research patients. May spend much of the time standing and walking between departments, offices, Medical Records, etc.
Independent Action Performs independently within the department's policies and practices; refers specific complex problems to the supervisor when clarification of departmental policies and procedures is required.
Supervisory Responsibility Provides functional guidance to subordinate research staff assigned to the project.
Pay Range $47,143.10 - $77,818.83
EEO Statement Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.
Location Providence-146 West River Street - 146 West River Street Providence, Rhode Island 02904
Work Type M-F 8-4:30pm
Work Shift Day
Daily Hours 8 hours
Driving Required No
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