Research Assistant

Full Time
Lancaster, PA 17602
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Summary
The incumbent in this casual position is available on an as needed/flexible basis, and supports the Family Medicine resident physicians in research, PI and QI projects. Some of the work can be done remotely, there are no weekend or holiday requirements.

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the general direction of Principal Investigator supports planning and conduct of a research project. Establishes and maintains communication while serving as liaison for project. Adheres to regulatory requirements and follows study protocol. Collects and records data and prepares reports and summaries as needed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Qualified individuals must have the ability (with or without reasonable accommodation) to perform the following duties:
  • Assists with literature searches and summarization of information for grant proposals, IRB protocols, and/or business plans for specific research projects.
  • Assists in the screening for potential research subjects based upon inclusion/exclusion criteria using electronic and manual mechanisms per IRB approved screening processes.
  • Supports the informed consent process. Discusses the protocol, including risks, benefits, follow-up requirements, and alternatives with potential participants to obtain informed consent for study enrollment.
  • Supports process of enrolling participants in study and records in EHR as appropriate. Manages and maintains enrollment records.
  • Collects and manages data under the supervision of the research projects' primary investigator. This may include data from the electronic medical record system, or from face to face or telephone contact with subjects.
  • Maintains research datasets using Excel spreadsheets or systems such as RedCap.
  • Prepares reports incorporating complex tables, graphs, and research results.

SECONDARY FUNCTIONS: The following duties are considered secondary to the primary duties listed above:
  • Attends and participates in meetings associated with studies/projects.
  • Assists with writing and review of manuscripts for publication.
  • Prepares and delivers presentations.
  • Other duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • High School Diploma or equivalent (GED).
  • Bachelor's degree in science related field.
  • Knowledge of Regulatory Guidelines, Good Clinical Practices (GCPs), and the principles of research ethics.
  • Experience using computer for information searches, word-processing, and data management (Excel).

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT

WORKING CONDITIONS: Position involves exposure to the following harmful elements:
  • Bio hazardous Waste

Disclaimer: This job description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be a reflection of those principal job elements essential for recruitment and selection, for making fair job evaluations, and for establishing performance standards. The percentages of time spent performing job duties are estimates, and should not be considered absolute. The incumbent shall perform all other functions and/or be cross-trained as shall be determined at the sole discretion of management, who has the right to amend, modify, or terminate this job in part or in whole. Incumbent must be able to perform all job functions safely.

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Benefits At A Glance:

PENN MEDICINE LANCASTER GENERAL HEALTH offers the following benefits to employees:
  • 100% Tuition Assistance at The Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences
  • Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
  • Shift, Weekend and On-Call Differentials
  • Health, Dental and Vision Coverage
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
  • Retirement Savings Account with Company Matching
  • Child Care Subsidies
  • Onsite Gym and Fitness Classes

Disclaimer

PENN MEDICINE LANCASTER GENERAL HEALTH is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to hiring a diverse workforce. All openings will be filled based on qualifications without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, religion or any other classification protected by law.

Search Firm Representatives please read carefully: PENN MEDICINE LANCASTER GENERAL HEALTH is not seeking assistance or accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms for this employment opportunity. Regardless of past practice, all resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at PENN MEDICINE LANCASTER GENERAL HEALTH via-email, the Internet or directly to hiring managers at Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health in any form without a valid written search agreement in place for that position will be deemed the sole property of PENN MEDICINE LANCASTER GENERAL HEALTH , and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by PENN MEDICINE LANCASTER GENERAL HEALTH as a result of the referral or through other means.

LGH Part Time Posted on 05/16/2023

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