TITLE: Research Assistant
JOB DESCRIPTION: This person is responsible for assisting the Principal Investigator, Dr. Risa Richardson, and delegates (e.g., Co\-Investigators, Project Managers) with clinical research activities (duties and functions described below). Research focuses on topics such as brain injury, brain health, rehabilitation, and health care access.
REQUIRED SKILL SETS:
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent comprehension of oral and written language.
- Ability to adhere to research protocols.
- Attention to detail and the ability to spot errors and inconsistencies.
- Punctuality.
- Effective time management.
- Ability to work with a team at all levels of an organization.
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Clinical research: 1 year (Preferred)
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS:
1\. Screen potential participants for study eligibility
2\. Consent subjects and/or their legally authorized representative
3\. Schedule participants for research study visits
4\. Collect research data via interview, surveys, questionnaires, and/or administration of standardized cognitive and psychological measures (in person or via telephone)
5\. Extract/collect research data via record review (e.g., educational, medical, administrative records)
6\. Enter and audit research data
7\. File and organize research data and research charts (including scanning of hard copy records into electronic files)
8\. Maintain security of research data and research charts (electronic, hard copy)
9\. Review medical records including consults, progress notes, and imaging
10\. Enter research notes in the electronic medical record system (CPRS)
11\. Maintain logs of research study activities
12\. Maintain study related documents and supplies in research offices; Secures, organizes, and documents as required following all federal/ state regulations
13\. Maintain required research\-specific and hospital\-wide certifications (e.g., CITI, TMS trainings)
14\. Assist with creating, reviewing, and updating of study manuals and standardized operating procedures (SOPs)
15\. Communicate regularly with study team members, under direction of PI or delegate (e.g., Project Manager, Research Coordinator)
16\. Attend and participate in trainings, project\-related conference calls, and team meetings
17\. Participate in dissemination activities (e.g., poster presentation, manuscript preparation)
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
1\. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
2\. Experience in research regulatory policy and procedures, including adherence to legal, professional, and ethical codes with respect to confidentiality and privacy, and protection of human subjects in research.
3\. At least 1 year of experience as a research assistant in clinical research, preferred.
4\. At least 1 year of experience (e.g., employment, volunteer) within the Department of Veterans Affairs or Department of Defense, preferred.
5\. This position also requires a Background Check and ability to obtain U.S. Government Clearance.
EDUCATION: Candidate must possess a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
SUPERVISION: This position is under direct supervision of Dr. Risa Richardson. Day to day activities may be directed by a delegate working on behalf of Dr. Richardson, such as a project manager or research coordinator.
LANGUAGE SKILLS: Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively coordinate with various levels of management, project managers, technical personnel, industry sponsors and contract research organizations.
REASONING ABILITY:
· Detail oriented and organized self\-starter.
· Individual must be receptive to feedback on work performance and integrate feedback into work flow for task improvement.
· Individual must work independently on routine delegated tasks and prioritize multiple tasks while maintaining a high\-level of accuracy in a high\-output, deadline\-oriented environment.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
· This is an on\-site position (not remote).
· The individual regularly works in an office environment. Thus, this position may require sitting at a computer for extended periods of time.
· The individual must be able to climb stairs, stoop, kneel, reach with hands and arms, talk, hear, smell, and speak.
· The individual may lift and/or move up to 10 pounds occasionally and up to 5 pounds frequently.
· There may be low to moderate noise in the work environment.
· There will be occasional work during the evenings and on weekends.
SALARY RANGE: $50,460 – 57,188 per year depending on experience and qualifications.
JOB TYPE: Position may be Part Time or Full\-Time (20\-40 hours per week); full time schedule is Monday to Friday, 8 am to 4:30 pm.
BENEFITS: Health insurance, 401K, paid leave for full\-time employees
START DATE: May 2026
TO APPLY: Applicants must submit a cover letter and resume. Resumes must contain the study/ies the applicant has supported, tasks assigned, dates of funding, Principal Investigator name and funding source.
Pay: $50,460\.00 \- $57,188\.00 per year
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Work Location: In person