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The Surgical Clinical Research Core at Boston Children’s Hospital advances the Department of Surgery’s research mission by providing access to research tools, supporting study design, and coordinating multiple ongoing projects. Current initiatives include the Prospective Multisite Study of Quality of Life in Pediatric Intestinal Failure, Pilonidal Care Center, Hidradenitis study, and Pectus Clinic. We are seeking a full-time Clinical Research Assistant to join our collaborative research team. This individual will work closely with investigators, clinicians, and research staff to support the successful conduct of clinical research studies.
Job Responsibility:
Recruit and consent patients and families for clinical research studies through in-person interviews and written communication
Provide clear, accurate information about study objectives, procedures, risks, and benefits
respond to participant and family inquiries promptly
Evaluate eligibility of prospective participants according to study protocols and inclusion/exclusion criteria
Prepare and administer surveys
collect, review, and enter data from electronic medical records (EPIC), databases (e.g., REDCap), and paper-based sources
Abstract and manage clinical data, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory and institutional standards
Monitor and review informed consent documentation and data collection processes for consistency across studies
Identify and resolve missing or incomplete data for ongoing and developing projects
Perform data analysis and prepare summaries and reports for research team review
Conduct literature reviews to support study design, protocol development, and new research initiatives
Assist with abstract preparation and manuscript drafting for submission to peer-reviewed journals
Attend and actively participate in weekly research team and provider meetings
Train and mentor newly hired research assistants, as needed
Work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary clinical and research team
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in STEM, Psychology, or a related field is required
Strong interest in clinical research and academic medicine
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to interact professionally and compassionately with patients, families, and clinical staff
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
Prior experience in clinical research or healthcare settings (preferred)
Nice to have:
Prior experience in clinical research or healthcare settings
What we offer:
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