Research Assistant
Columbia University Medical Center, New York
Employer: Columbia University
Industry: Gertrude H. Sergievsky Center
Salary: $59845.48 per year
Job type: Full-Time
- Job Type: Support Staff - Union
- Bargaining Unit: SSA
- Regular/Temporary: Regular
- End Date if Temporary:
- Hours Per Week: 35
- Standard Work Schedule:
- Building:
- Salary Range: $59,845.48 - $59,845.48 annually
The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
Position Summary
The Research Assistant will assist in the data collection for observational studies and clinical trials (Phase I- Phase IV) of Huntington's disease (80%) and Parkinson's disease (20%), involving recruitment, questionnaires, neuropsychological testing, data entry and biofluid handling. The Research Assistant will work under the supervision of the Senior Research Managers and the study Principal Investigators.
Responsibilities
The position involves roles and responsibilities that include, but are not limited to:
- Screen charts, recruit, schedule, and consent subjects for studies
- Prepare for upcoming study visits
- Conduct clinical interviews with study participants and use study-specific assessments, electrocardiograms, gait assessments, review of medical history, cognitive and neuropsychological testing, and other questionnaires.
- Provide support to subjects and licensed medical personnel with operational flow of study visits involving infusions and lumbar punctures
- Process blood and other biological samples such as cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) and urine as per study procedures
- Accurately collect and enter data into databases and electronic case report forms
- Adherence to federal and institutional regulations and GCP guidelines
- Assist with other administrative and research activities as required
- Assist in the maintenance, programming, and management equipment used to collect data such as laptops, tablets, and devices distributed to participants for passive monitoring of movements and activities such as smartphones and smartwatches provided by the study.
- Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned/requested.
Minimum Qualifications
- Requires a bachelor's degree and at least 1.5 years of related experience or equivalent in education, training and experience
Preferred Qualifications
- Fluency in Spanish is a desirable.
Other Requirements
This position involves significant patient interaction and collaboration with physicians. Strong organization, communication and interpersonal skills are mandatory
Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran
Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.
Commitment to Diversity
Columbia University is dedicated to increasing diversity in its workforce, its student body, and its educational programs. Achieving continued academic excellence and creating a vibrant university community require nothing less. In fulfilling its mission to advance diversity at the University, Columbia seeks to hire, retain, and promote exceptionally talented individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Created: 2024-08-30
Reference: 545984
Country: United States
State: New York
City: Columbia University Medical Center
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