Job Title: Research Assistant 2
Location: Case Main Campus
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 8946
Job Description POSITION OBJECTIVE

Working under general supervision, the Research Assistant 2 will plan and carry out activities of grant funded oral health disparities studies to reduce caries disparities in community settings. The research assistant will assist the research team with all aspects of the study including participant retention, data collection and management. This is a term position ending 3/31/23.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Plan and carry out the collection of study data during on-site subject visits at community locations as outlined in the study protocol. Conduct follow-up interviews with participants to obtain additional and/or clarifying information. (35%)Build and establish relationships with participants, community site staff and hygienists to ensure successful completion of study objectives. Maintain communication with study subjects, aiding in participant retention, to obtain scheduled visit details for completion of follow-up in-person study visits. (20%)Monitor data collection activities for the study. Oversee data entry of participant responses into the database, audit entered data, perform quality control to ensure that data is entered correctly and assist with data analysis. (15%)Partner with other research staff to develop and maintain updates of protocols and manual of procedures (MOP) for the study. (10%)Compile summary data for weekly project meetings, progress reports, IRB submissions, presentations and manuscript submissions. Develop materials for professional and public presentations of the results. (10%)Work with the principal investigator and research operations manager to implement and ensure compliance with study protocols. Assist with devising new procedures and techniques for scheduling, tracking and completing subject visits. (6%)

NONESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Train new staff or work study students. (4%)Perform other duties as assigned. (<1%)

CONTACTS

Department: Daily interaction with research assistants, hygienists and the principal investigator. Monthly interaction with department administrative staff regarding research operations.

University: Occasional interaction with co-investigators to exchange research information.

External: Daily interaction with study participants for recruitment, study and follow up visits. Weekly contact with community site staff in order to arrange appointments and communicate scheduling. Occasional contact with site participants.

Students: May have occasional contact with work study students to train on research procedures and direct work.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

This position has no direct supervision of staff employees. May share in the training of new staff and direct the work of students.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience/Licensing: Bachelor’s degree and 1 to 3 years of related experience or Associate’s degree in an approved biotechnology program and 2 to 4 years of experience required. Major in clinical science, social science, epidemiology or related field preferred. Experience in a health related field preferred. Valid Ohio driver’s license required.

REQUIRED SKILLS

Experience working with children with and without special needs, as well as with adults is highly desired.Experience working on clinical research projects at all levels, including data collection and management preferred. Excellent written and oral communication skills, including social and interpersonal skills. Excellent organizational skills. Computer skills including proficiency with spread sheets and database applications. Ability to plan and carry out projects in accordance with protocol.Must be punctual and flexible.Ability to provide attention to detail, such as recording information accurately.Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team.Proficiency in computer software use including Microsoft Office.Experience with SPSS or SAS is a plus.Ability to meet consistent attendance.Ability to interact with colleagues, supervisors and customers face to face.

WORKING CONDITIONS

May be exposed to blood borne pathogens. Personal protective equipment, including lab coat, gloves and goggles, will be provided to limit exposure to hazards. In addition to working in a general office environment, the employee will be required to drive to community sites located in Northeast Ohio to cover off-site study visits, which may occur after normal business hours and/or on weekends. Valid Ohio driver’s license and reliable transportation required.

Term Position

This is a Term position. They are treated like regular staff positions for medical and dental benefits eligibility, vacation, holidays, and sick time. Term employees are not eligible for life insurance, retirement, long term disability, short term disability, tuition assistance, layoff status, or severance pay. Staff in term positions are also subject to the performance management review process and positive corrective action when work performance or behavior is unsatisfactory or unacceptable. Term employment does not alter the employment-at-will employee status of these employees.

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Diversity Statement

In employment, as in education, Case Western Reserve University is committed to Equal Opportunity and Diversity. Women, veterans, members of underrepresented minority groups, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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Reasonable Accommodations

Case Western Reserve University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the Office of Equity at 216-368-3066 to request a reasonable accommodation. Determinations as to granting reasonable accommodations for any applicant will be made on a case-by-case basis.

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