Research Assistant 1 at Oregon Health & Science University

Portland, Oregon, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Organizational Skills, Research Methods, Patient Confidentiality, Human Research Protection Policies, Institutional Review Board Policies, Data Management, Biostatistics, Transcription, Patient Chart Review, Communication Skills, Recruitment, Scheduling, Database Management, Informed Consent, Patient Surveys, Educational Opportunities

Industry

Higher Education

Description

Department Overview The Division of Pulmonary, Allergy, and Critical Care Medicine (PACCM) provides expert diagnosis and care of patients with lung diseases in our Pulmonary Clinic; allergy, asthma, and immunologic disorders in our Allergy Clinic; and of critically ill patients in our Intensive Care Unit. As part of PACCM, the Sleep Medicine Program provides collaborative care for patients with sleep disorders. In addition to our commitment to outstanding clinical care, PACCM is home to several outstanding research programs, conducting basic science research as well as clinical trials across a broad spectrum of subject matter. Our educational mission includes teaching on many levels, including but not limited to our fellowship programs in Pulmonary, Allergy, Sleep, and Critical Care Medicine. More information on PACCM is available on our website: https://www.ohsu.edu/pccm or you can read more about our research programs and specialties here: https://www.ohsu.edu/school-of-medicine/pulmonary-critical-care-medicine/research Function/Duties of Position This position will entail coordination of multiple elements of human subjects’ research among Veterans for VA, foundation, and National Institutes of Health research grants. The Research Assistant 1 position is a highly organized and motivated research assistant who will assist in multiple elements of human subjects’ research among Veterans and other hospital patients at OHSU, Portland VAHCS, and beyond. The applicant will be expected to: Assist with organizing study records Assist in maintaining electronic databases Help coordinate data transfers Assist with scheduling activities of principal investigators Assist in multiple administrative tasks Communicate effectively and empathetically with patients and staff from diverse backgrounds Assist with recruitment of patients from diverse backgrounds for multiple research studies Assist in the review of medical records Help transcribe and input of written and recorded data into a database Help coordinate and schedule patient visits Assist in conducting informed consent and administer patient surveys Attend relevant research assistant educational opportunities at the Portland VA and OHSU More information on PACCM is available on our website: https://www.ohsu.edu/pccm or you can read more about our research programs and specialties here: https://www.ohsu.edu/school-of-medicine/pulmonary-critical-care-medicine/research. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree (4 year), OR Associate’s degree (2 year) AND 2 years of relevant experience, OR 3 years relevant experience, OR An equivalent combination of training and experience. Proficiency with: MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Excel, MS Access, and reference management software (e.g. EndNote, RefWorks) Strong organizational skills Knowledge of research methods and rules of patient confidentiality Knowledge of Human Research Protection Policies (HRPP) and Institutional Review Board (IRB) Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) policies Must complete blood draw training and certification within 6 months of being hired Code of conduct Respect in the workplace Applicable policies, procedures and agreements related to position, department or OHSU as a whole Preferred Qualifications 1 year of relevant experience in research Experience in data management Familiar with principles and methods in biostatistics Skilled in high-volume, accurate transcription Proficient in reviewing patient charts and medical documentation All are welcome Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.

Responsibilities

The Research Assistant 1 will coordinate multiple elements of human subjects’ research among Veterans and other hospital patients. Responsibilities include organizing study records, maintaining databases, scheduling activities, and assisting with patient recruitment and data management.