Research Assistant

Overview

Title:

Research Assistant

Location:

Upper East Side

Org Unit:
Lauren Osborne Lab

Work Days:
Monday-Friday

Weekly

Hours:

35.00

Exemption Status:
Non-Exempt

Salary Range: $22.03 - $30.00

Under direction, provides research, data analysis and operational support to principal investigators and research coordinators for clinical research studies.

• Coordinates the recruitment and enrollment of study participants. Assesses patient eligibility for inclusion in clinical trials. Ensures proper consent protocols have been followed for study participation.
• Assists with departmental mailings, including patient medical records. Ensures accuracy of recipient contact information and location for correct delivery.
• Conducts literature reviews and gains expert familiarity with protocols that will be used as templates.
• Assists in creation of study database.
• Manages and enters collected data into study database.
• Conducts qualitative coding and thematic analysis of study data.
• May perform statistical analysis of research data.
• Assists in the preparation of materials, submissions and renewals to the Institutional Review Board (IRB) or IACUC.
• Assists faculty in the preparation of grant submissions and associated documentation, which may include just-in-time documents, progress reports, routing forms, abstracts and manuscripts.
• Performs other related duties as directed.

• High School Diploma

Bachelor's degree is preferred. Approximately one year of related experience.

• Statistical and database management experience, including proficiency in SPSS and/or Red Cap.
• Previous clinical research experience is helpful.
• Knowledge of medical terminology is helpful.

Standard office work.

EEO Statement:
Cornell/affiliates are an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and inclusion in our workforce.