Clinical Research Assistant- HBCD

• Consent and recruit pregnant persons and children for research studies through interviews and written communications. Provide detailed background information regarding studies to families, communicate all policies and procedures, and respond to all inquiries. Evaluate suitability of prospective study candidates and make selections based upon study requirements.
• Execute study visits remotely, in the lab, and in the home, including conducting and helping with behavioral testing, MRI scans, biological sample collection and handling, and EEG and biosensor data collection.
• Serve as liaison to participating families, guiding and advising them throughout each phase of the study. Coordinate follow-up visits. Act as a resource to study participants, addressing any concerns they may have. Troubleshoot resolution of any issues that may arise throughout the study.
• Participate in preparing necessary documentation for Institutional Review Board (IRB) and NIH, together with the Principal Investigators (PIs), as needed.
• Create and prepare data collection statistical reports and analytical summaries for distribution to study teams for review and analysis as needed. Prepare/update documentation for ensuring study quality (e.g., procedural manuals) and dissemination of findings. Conduct background literature reviews as requested by the PIs.
• Participate in the training of newly hired study staff as needed.
• Coordinate activities between the hospital and participating collaborators. Regularly travel to the institutions involved in the project (e.g., MGH, BWH) and communicate project policies and procedures to personnel. Monitor and review data collection and entry and informed consent procedures, ensuring consistency of application.
• Assist PIs in planning and implementing the study and perform other miscellaneous administrative duties as assigned/required.

• A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required.

• Sensitivity in working with families from various backgrounds and with varied experiences.
• Proficiency in using database software, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Prior research experience.
• Experience working with children.
• Spanish fluency is highly preferred.

The posted pay range is Boston Children's reasonable and good-faith expectation for this pay at the time of posting.

Any base pay offer provided depends on skills, experience, education, certifications, and a variety of other job-related factors. Base pay is one part of a comprehensive benefits package that includes flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.