Clinical Research Assistant I-Obstructive Sleep Apnea Project

at  The Henry M Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine

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HJF is seeking a Clinical Research Assistant to perform research and/or development in collaboration with others for specific project goals, such as participant screening and recruitment. The research project is focused on evaluating the efficacy of an Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) telehealth intervention. This project is a collaborative effort between USU/CSTS and the University of Maryland Baltimore (UMB). The individual provides laboratory and technical support for the project’s study coordinator and to senior technical and professional staff. Solves less complex problems in carrying out research projects in a clinical or laboratory environment. This is the first of four levels within the Research Assistant series. It is characterized by somewhat limited decision making and receives instruction from more senior program staff (e.g., study coordinator, collaborators).
This position will be in support of the Department of Psychiatry / Center for the Study of Traumatic Stress.
The Center for the Study of Traumatic Stress (CSTS) is one of the nation’s oldest and most highly regarded, academic-based organizations dedicated to advancing trauma-informed knowledge, leadership and methodologies. The Center’s work addresses a wide scope of trauma exposure from the consequences of combat, operations other than war, terrorism, natural and humanmade disasters, and public health threats as well as risk and protective factors associated with suicidal behaviors. CSTS is a part of our nation’s federal medical school, Uniformed Services University (USU), and its Department of Psychiatry. These affiliations represent the Center’s history, mission and future directions as a major contributor to our country’s understanding of the impact of trauma and the advancement of trauma-informed care. Learn more about the CSTS.
The Department has active research programs in the Basic and Clinical Sciences and Neurosciences. In addition to intramural research projects, the Department maintains active research funded by the National Institute of Mental Health, National Institute of Drug Abuse, National Science Foundation, the Department of the Army and the Department of the Air Force. The department has ongoing collaborations with the Walter Reed Army Institute of Research, is sponsor of the Center for the Study of Traumatic Stress and provides psychiatry residency training through its affiliations with Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, National Naval Medical Center and Malcolm Grow Air Force Medical Center and the National Capital Area Graduate Medical Education Consortium.
The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF’s support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.

Responsibilities:

• Performs research projects, including the collection and organization of data. Follows instructions and standard operating procedures. Independently identifies and collects reports, professional papers, and other relevant information in an organized and proactive manner.
• Performs data entry in accurate, timely, and efficient manner. Maintains clear and accurate data collection and project records, inventories, and logbooks in accordance with Good Clinical and/or Good Laboratory practices.
• Assists with the performance of research projects in a remote clinical setting, including screening and recruitment of potential study participants.
• Creates, collects, disseminates, and maintains appropriate study data. Performs data entry for research projects. Provides basic data analysis and interpretation.
• Assists in the preparation of technical reports, summaries, and protocols. Creates and communicates detailed observations on experiments.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for role.

Qualifications:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Minimum of 0-2 years experience required.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of basic computer programs, including remote platforms (e.g., ZOOM, Google Meet).
• Ability to follow detailed instructions; good written and verbal communication, organizational, and analytical skills.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a T1 CAC/Public Trust background check.

Work Environment

• This position will take place primarily in a clinic environment.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER/PROTECTED VETERANS/INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer

• Performs research projects, including the collection and organization of data. Follows instructions and standard operating procedures. Independently identifies and collects reports, professional papers, and other relevant information in an organized and proactive manner.
• Performs data entry in accurate, timely, and efficient manner. Maintains clear and accurate data collection and project records, inventories, and logbooks in accordance with Good Clinical and/or Good Laboratory practices.
• Assists with the performance of research projects in a remote clinical setting, including screening and recruitment of potential study participants.
• Creates, collects, disseminates, and maintains appropriate study data. Performs data entry for research projects. Provides basic data analysis and interpretation.
• Assists in the preparation of technical reports, summaries, and protocols. Creates and communicates detailed observations on experiments.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for role