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    Research Study Assistant - Evanston, United States - Northwestern University

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    Department:
    IPR - Inst for Policy Res


    Salary/Grade:
    NEX/9


    Job Summary:


    Performs biomedical &/or social-behavioral research by administering tests &/or questionnaires following protocols; collecting, compiling, tabulating &/or processing responses; gathering information; &/or assisting in the preparation of material for inclusion in reports.

    Completes all activities by strictly following Good Clinical Practices (GCP) & all relevant current local, state, & federal laws, regulations, guidance, policy & procedure developed by the NU Institutional Review Board (IRB), Food & Drug Administration (FDA) Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), & the International Conference on Harmonization (ICH).

    This is a one-year term position. Opportunity for renewal will be based on performance and available funding.


    Specific Responsibilities:
    Technical


    • Recruits study participants.
    • Reviews & obtains informed consent.
    • Schedules study visits with participants.
    • Conducts interviews.
    • Scores test results.
    • Collects survey data.
    • Facilitates communication with key personnel & participants to maintain project study flow.
    • Evaluates and Processes MRI data.
    Administration


    • Maintains detailed records of results which may include collecting, extracting & entering data; &/or preparing basic charts & graphs.
    • Performs scientific literature searches in support of research.
    • Completes portions of grant applications &/or documents associated with current local, state, & federal regulatory guidelines, requirements, laws & research protocols.
    Finance


    • May process reimbursements for travel expenses.
    • Monitors & distribute petty cash.
    • Processes invoices &/or purchase requisitions.
    • Coordinates fund distribution among multiple sponsors and clinical sites.
    Supervision


    • May train other research staff to interview/test participants.

    Minimum Qualifications:
    (Education, experience, and any other certifications or clearances)


    • Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree in a major such as social or health science or related; OR appropriate combination of education and experience.
    • Must complete NU's IRB CITI training before interacting with any participants & must re-certify every 3 years.

    Minimum Competencies:
    (Skills, knowledge, and abilities.)


    • Strong organizational skills.

    Preferred Qualifications:
    (Education and experience)


    • Previous experience in a psychology or behavioral science setting.

    Preferred Competencies:
    (Skills, knowledge, and abilities)


    • Experience with research grants, eIRB, and/or CERES.
    • Experience with data auditing.
    Target hiring range for this position will be between $ $20.00 per hour. Offered salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data


    Benefits:


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    We support flexible work arrangements where possible and programs to help you locate and pay for quality, affordable childcare and senior/adult care.

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