Research Assistant (RA) – Job Description
The Research Assistant (RA) will participate in the day\-to\-day operations of clinical research studies conducted by Principal Investigator(s). This role involves performing a variety of duties related to the collection, compilation, documentation, and analysis of clinical research data. The RA will support multiple studies and collaborate with multiple Principal Investigators and research staff.
The RA will work directly with study participants to support recruitment efforts, obtain informed consent, and coordinate, schedule, and conduct study visits in accordance with study protocols. The RA will assist in the development and implementation of data collection tools, including surveys and case report forms, and will be responsible for accurate data collection, entry, cleaning, and basic analysis. Additionally, the RA will monitor recruitment and retention metrics and support study compliance with regulatory and institutional requirements.
The RA will also contribute to research dissemination efforts, including assisting with abstracts, presentations, and manuscript preparation.
Major Responsibilities:
- Assist with participant recruitment, screening, and enrollment in accordance with study protocols
- Obtain informed consent and ensure all regulatory and ethical guidelines are followed
- Coordinate, schedule, and conduct study visits, including in\-person and remote visits as applicable
- Collect, enter, and maintain accurate study data in research databases and electronic systems
- Perform data cleaning, validation, and basic analysis to ensure data integrity and quality
- Assist in the development and maintenance of study documentation, including case report forms and study binders
- Monitor recruitment and retention efforts and provide updates to the research team
- Ensure compliance with institutional policies, IRB requirements, and federal regulations (e.g., HIPAA, GCP)
- Assist with preparation of abstracts, presentations, reports, and manuscripts for publication
- Communicate effectively with study participants, investigators, and interdisciplinary team members
- Provide general administrative and operational support for ongoing research studies
Residency Requirements:
As a condition of employment with the Institute for Medical Research (IMR), employees must reside within the State of North Carolina and maintain a reasonable commuting distance to their assigned work location throughout the duration of their employment. By accepting this offer, you acknowledge and agree to this requirement. Failure to maintain North Carolina residency at any time during employment may result in corrective action, up to and including termination of employment.
By accepting this offer, you acknowledge that your employment with IMR is at will. This means that neither you nor IMR have entered a contract regarding the terms or duration of employment. You may terminate your employment at any time, with or without cause or notice. Likewise, IMR reserves the right to reassign duties, modify compensation, or terminate employment at any time, with or without cause or notice.
Employment Contingency Statement:
This position is grant\- or contract\-funded. Employment offers and continued employment are contingent upon the availability and continuation of funding.