Job Description

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Position Summary:

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Research Data Associate.

The Research Data Associate provides direct data &/or clinical research in support of clinical trials, studies
and general research under direct supervision for Jordan Wellness Collaboratives, Addiction Treatment
in the Black Community project.

Works with NYU School of Medicine and Medical Center staff and departments, as well as research team members at Yale University (New Haven, CT).

Job Responsibilities:

Data Support
Utilizes the necessary tools/methodologies to ensure protocol compliance to conduct direct
data research and to collect patient information for the research project(s).
Extracts data for publications.
Ensures protocol compliance, that is, that standard steps regarding eligibility criteria, followup,
and required documentation is consistently followed in the time frame specified.
Compiles data and assists in consolidating and analyzing data for presentation to sponsoring
and regulatory agencies.
Reviews data and then provides reports to Research Project Manager as needed on the progress
of the study.
Completes report forms and records following set protocol from the beginning of a
research/study through the end.
Inputs clinical and non-clinical data into the database and or case report forms; ensures data
entered is correct and consistent with the source document and completed in a timely and
organized manner.
Suggests changes and additions to established data fields as needed, to supervisor.
Completes paperwork and forms in a neat, accurate, timely manner and ensure subsequent
data collection as required.
Maintains copies of all required on-going documentation and forms for the files.
Reviews data to be entered, edits obvious errors, and obtains missing information.
Ensures that information in computer database is accurate, entered and maintained on a
timely basis.
Clinical Research
Screening of potential patients/subjects for eligibility to the study.
Utilization of AUDIT and SCID interview to determine if potential participants meet criterion
of the study.
Assist with the informed consent process and consent quiz to determine participant
comprehension
Collaborate with various personnel that may be involved in assisting with specific aspects in
the study.
Interact with participants in a courteous and professional manner.
Demonstrate knowledge of policies and procedures of the host institutions where the study is
being conducted (Community addiction treatment center and local Black church), as well as
the regulatory requirements such as IRB and other approvals if necessary.
Conduct study visits at clinical and treatment as usual sites, obtain and document information
within the time frame specified.
Monitor any outward effects or issues regarding patient/subject safety and report this to the
Principal Investigator and Research Project Manager and in reporting adverse events to the
appropriate regulatory bodies as instructed.
Tracks study milestones and patient accruals to help evaluate the progress of studies.
Interfaces with varied persons, such as, Community Addiction Treatment Center and clinical
trial (Black Church) site staff
Answers study phone inquiries and completes initial study screenings with potential
participants via phone or in person
Initiates and continues regular contact with participants; encourages visit reminders and
compliance to research; ensures contact with participants and their families is courteous,
effective, professional, and cooperative.
Works with research team to coordinate clinical trials in a church setting
Demonstrates knowledge of and follows proper clinical study processes within current
policies and procedures.
Recognizes and identifies problems, appropriately escalate issues to supervisor as needed.
Utilizes available resources and established procedures to rectify problems, communicates all
changes with supervisor
Coordination of Study Materials/Items & Analysis/Reporting/Filing
Collects and discards of biological materials (i.e., urine collection) using universal
precautions.
Notifies Research Project Manager when study supplies are needed at the study sites.
Attends appropriate trainings in the proper handling and collection of biological substances
and the packaging and shipment of samples as well as required IRB and HIPAA tutorial.
Completes assessments with study participants per protocol; continue to follow-through with
items and participants as part of research study.
Travel to assigned study site (Community addiction treatment center and Black Church in
Harlem, NY or New Haven, CT for cross-coverage) with necessary materials and equipment
to complete participant assessments
Record IRB approved subject study reimbursements according to standard operating
procedures.
Maintain complete and accurate case report forms, enrollment logs, etc.
Record, update, edit and maintain confidential information onto paperwork or web-based
forms in a neat, accurate and timely manner and ensure subsequent data collection as
required.
Respond to requests in a timely manner, give/receive correct information, encourage required
dialogue/follow-through.
Secure accurate signatures and forward documents and/or forms to appropriate destination.
Maintain files in an organized and up-to-date manner to facilitate their retrieval and maintains
copies of all required on-going documentation and forms for the files.
Secures participant payments in a locked safe and distribute to participants at the completion
of study assessments
Community Outreach & Recruitment
Works with Project Manager to identify and collaborate with local community organizations
to promote project awareness
Participates in community outreach and engagement for recruitment efforts
Tracks outreach efforts and results
Attend community events/fairs to promote Addiction Treatment in the Black Community &
Jordan Wellness Collaborative
Provides information regarding study to community organizations for collaboration

Minimum Qualifications:
To qualify you must have an Associate\'s degree plus one year related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. Computer literate with good interpersonal, writing and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor\'s degree, preferably in science, public health, health education or a related field. Prior experience in a health care settings and/or research level interviews
Prior patient education experience
Ability to travel to New Haven, CT for initial training and cross-coverage (as needed) required to
fulfill required responsibilities.
Knowledge and experience working with individuals with Substance Use Disorder diagnoses
preferred.
Knowledge of Addiction Treatment Centers and Black Church/religious institution culture
preferred.
Knowledgeable of the targeted study area (Harlem, NY), as well as an understanding of the
targeted study population.

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

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