Job Description

POSITION OBJECTIVE

Working under limited supervision, the Research Assistant 3 is responsible for recruitment and collection of data for a research project with family caregivers of patients with cancer. Study sites include University Hospitals Seidman Cancer Center main campus, community locations, and potentially other hospitals in the Cleveland area. Working closely with the principal investigator and project manager, the research assistant will provide input and recommendations on overall study direction, addressing key data collection and substantive issues. In collaboration with the research team, the research assistant will monitor and revise procedures as warranted. The research assistant will communicate with clinical staff at the data collection sites, assure human subjects\xe2\x80\x99 compliance, supervise students participating as part of a research practicum, and address problems that may occur.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS * Carry out complex research protocols of a non-routine nature, including pre-screening patient eligibility in the medical record, recruitment of patient and caregiver research participants, and longitudinal data collection using in-person, phone, and electronic methods. (25%)

• Coordinate all research activities related to data collection; informed consent, chart abstraction, and subject and clinician interviews. (25%)
• Devise new protocols and techniques for research projects involving a high degree of skill and training. Utilize new and innovative research techniques such as evaluating protocols for all electronic data collection methods. (15%)
• Participate in inter-rater reliability as appropriate and evaluate adequacy of research techniques. (6%)
• Provide weekly progress reports to the principal investigator and research team members. (15%)
• Act as liaison to hospital personnel, providing progress reports on the research study. (10%)

NONESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS * May supervise students and technicians on the study. May co-author research projects. May monitor budget. (3%)

• Must maintain required certifications for protection of human subjects (CREC hours). Complete yearly COI statement. Maintain University Hospitals credentials. Maintain credentials at other hospitals as needed. (1%)
• Perform other duties as assigned. (<1%)

CONTACTS

Department: Daily contact with the project manager, principal investigator, co-investigators, and other research team members. Contact with the other School of Nursing research staff and faculty conducting related studies.

University: Frequent contact with investigators conducting similar research within the university at education and research meetings.

External: Frequent contact with medical, nursing and medical records staff at University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center (main campus and satellites) to exchange information.

Students: Regular contact with BSN, MSN, DNP, PhD and other students who may assist with the project.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

Supervise the work of students and technicians assisting with the project.

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience: 3 to 5 years of experience required. Experience and skill in interviewing research subjects. Oncology experience, prior participation in clinical research, and experience obtaining informed consent is preferred.

Education/Licensing: Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree required. Must be certified for protection of human subjects. Valid Ohio driver\xe2\x80\x99s license required.

REQUIRED SKILLS * Highly organized with excellent social and interpersonal skills.

• Comfortable interviewing research participants in a clinical area.
• Excellent interviewing skills and excellent command of English language.
• Ability to work collaboratively both in a small team environment and at sites.
• Ability to work under limited supervision and to find effective solutions for challenges that arise.
• Proficient in use of Microsoft Office products, email, and internet searches.
• Ability to administer data collection instruments in-person or by phone, mail, or email.
• Ability to meet consistent attendance.
• Ability to interact with colleagues, supervisors, and research participants face to face.

WORKING CONDITIONS

No exposure to hazardous materials. Must have reliable form of transportation for travel to study. Must be able to be on feet walking several hours a day between various hospital sites.

Diversity Statement

In employment, as in education, Case Western Reserve University is committed to Equal Opportunity and Diversity. Women, veterans, members of underrepresented minority groups, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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Reasonable Accommodations

Case Western Reserve University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the Office of Equity at 216-368-3066 to request a reasonable accommodation. Determinations as to granting reasonable accommodations for any applicant will be made on a case-by-case basis.

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