Sr Research Assistant

Summary:
Under general supervision but following established policies and procedures performs scientific investigative research in areas related to research participant care. Researches literature in the field participates in the design of experimental protocols and develops new procedures to carry out established research objectives. Interviews research participants to gather information prepares and maintains study record enters data via computer performs statistical analyses of resultant data. Participates in the qualitative/quantitative analyses of data. May assist in writing presentations and papers for publication based on the research performed. May perform PSG and take vital signs during research-based monitoring tests. May also perform saliva/blood spinning and shipment of tissue samples as required by protocol.

Responsibilities:
In collaboration with the research investigator participates in the design of experimental protocols to achieve the scientific objectives of the research project.

Develops research methodologies within the parameters of experimental protocols and research objectives to allow quantitative and qualitative evaluation and interpretationofdataobtained.

Establishes and maintains study record for each participant. Interviews research participant and/or family to explain the nature of the study eliciting cooperation and gathering information to complete study questionnaire. Facilitates obtaining informed consent. May assist to schedule research participant appointments and make calls to research participants to complete documentation.

Regularly monitors adherence to protocol; and takes action to ensure research protocols are conducted correctly.

Collects and organizes research participant data into appropriate format to facilitate data entry. Creates modifies as appropriate and maintains study database to meet needs for project. Gathers tabulates graphs develops explanatory charts and analyzes data using statistical methodology.

Performs computer-assisted statistical analysis such as multiple antecedent variables linear regression frequencies cross-tabulation and the like.

Prepares and maintains related graphs and charts or results of data gathered. Participates in quantitative/qualitative analyses of resultant information.

Provides functional guidance and supervision to subordinate research staff assigned to the project to provide clarification of protocol resolve issues ensure adherence to research protocol procedures and assist in developing their technical and professional skills.

Participates in the interpretation of the results of experiences through conferences with principal investigator and other research professionals involvedinthe study to review data compared to hypothesis and research methodology in instances of inexplicable data. May make recommendation for modification of research protocol based upon initial findings.

May assist in writing presentations and papers for publications based on research performed.

Regularly reviews relevant literature to research being conducted in order to better understand the project. Maintains and enhances professional expertise through educational opportunities and participation in related teams and conferences.

May perform research-based physiological recording saliva or blood spinning and shipping of saliva or blood and tissue products in accordance with protocol specifications.

Other information:
BASIC KNOWLEDGE:
Bachelors Degree in Applied or Life Sciences or related area including courses in research methodologies and microcomputer systems.Experience in sleep research a plus.

EXPERIENCE:
Two to three years progressively more responsible and related experience in the research field.

Experience should demonstrate effective working knowledge of statistics computer programming and research methodology and an in-depth knowledge of the scientific field in which research is being conducted.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:
Provides functional training and guidance to subordinate research staff assigned to the project.

Lifespan is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age ethnicity sexual orientation ancestry genetics gender identity or expression disability protected veteran or marital status. Lifespan is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Location: Bradley Hospital USA: RI: East Providence

Work Type: Full Time

Shift: Shift 1

Union: Non-Union