Research Assistant
Med-Medicine - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (24004224)
Division of General Internal Medicine (CRHC) is looking for a Research Assistant for the THRIVE study, where you can play a pivotal role in our human-centered intervention aimed at improving harm reduction knowledge, access, and engagement in historically stigmatized environments. Your work will embrace the principle of "Nothing About Us Without Us," ensuring that individuals with lived experience, particularly people who use drugs, are at the forefront of the design process. As a Research Assistant, your responsibilities will involve collaborating with Peer Navigators to troubleshoot challenges and ensuring the seamless operation of the study. You will also be responsible for coordinating participant schedules and facilitating compensation processes. If you are passionate about addressing healthcare disparities, eliminating stigma, and making a tangible impact in vulnerable environments, this may be the opportunity for you.
- Conducts research assessments/procedures independently.
- Follows up with study participants to schedule appointments and maintain study retention.
- Reviews participants' records in data management system and ensures thorough completion.
- Attends relevant meetings and prepares reports, data visualizations, and basic models identifying progress and trends.
- Maintains and updates databases for registry assessments and clinical trial forms.
- Orders supplies, maintains inventory, and organizes laboratory.
- May perform data analysis involving routine procedures; assist in preparing standard operating procedures and manuals. Some travel may occur.
Job Summary
Conducts research assessments and procedures. Recruits, screens, and enrolls eligible participants in studies; escorts participants to research scanning sites. Updates databases for registry assessments and clinical trial forms.
Essential Functions
Requires the ability to visualize a computer screen, to work with computer hardware and software, to communicate verbally and in writing, and to use a phone. The candidate must have strong working knowledge of English.
Physical Effort
Position is mostly sedentary work.
The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.
The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.
Assignment Category Full-time regular
Job Classification Staff.Clinical Research Assistant I
Job Family Research
Job Sub-Family Clinical Research
Campus Pittsburgh
Minimum Education Level Required High School Diploma/GED
Minimum Years of Experience Required No experience required
Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience? Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.
Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Work Arrangement Hybrid: Combination of On-Campus and Remote work as determined by the department.
Hiring Range TBD Based Upon Qualifications
Relocation Offered No
Visa Sponsorship Provided No
Background Check For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check
Child Protection Clearances Not Applicable
Required Documents Resume
Optional Documents Cover Letter
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