This position is part time (20 hours/week), term-limited and contingent upon grant funding continuation and successful patient recruitment. May require driving between Trinity OB clinics.
This position is term-limited and contingent upon grant funding continuation and successful patient recruitment. Instructions: please submit a cover letter with your resume outlining your interest in the position.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
We are seeking a detail-oriented, dependable Research Associate – Data Entry to support our expanding research team. In this role, you will play a critical part in ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of research data collected from participants. While participant-facing activities will be limited, you will collaborate closely with the study team to input data, manage data flow, and organize records.
Study Overview:
This is a State of Michigan sponsored study looking to recruit eligible participants who present to an outpatient clinical setting for obstetrical care.
General Duties and Responsibilities:
General Duties and Responsibilities:
Receive and review completed research forms and surveys for accuracy and completeness.Enter participant data into the designated research database following protocol specifications and data quality standards.Perform routine data cleaning, including reviewing entries for inconsistencies or missing values, and flagging issues for resolution.Support preparation of case report forms (CRFs), source documents, and other study documentation.Generate routine data queries and reports as requested by the research coordinator or principal investigator.Help maintain the organization of electronic and paper files, ensuring compliance with HIPAA and study protocols.Organize study supplies and request inventory as needed.Reviews the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of completed study related records, case report forms, and other documents.Learn and adhere to clinic visitor, infection control, contact policies and appropriate provider communication.Communicate questions and findings in a timely manner to the appropriate parties beginning with the Research Coordinator and possibly including but not limited to research administration, principal investigators, and compliance staff.Assist in the preparation of IRB reports and submissions.Perform clerical duties, schedule meetings.Performs related responsibilities, and special projects as required.Required Education, Experience and Licensure:
Bachelor's degree in a related science, healthcare or business field or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Excellent writing and interpersonal communication skills.Professional, calm, and compassionate demeanor in the presence of injured and stressed patients and families.Sound judgement and decision-making skills.Attention to detail.Ability to work both independently and in team-oriented settings.Working knowledge of database systems and good basic computer skills.Good organizational skills; efficient in the use of time and resources.Ability to work some flexible hours to accommodate study and patient schedules is required. Ability to work independently & with high accountability, and ability to work in team settings.Preferred Qualifications:
At least one year of related research experience. Familiarity with the principles of data entryKnowledge of basic research design principles, regulatory and ethical requirements.Some knowledge of medical terminology.Working Conditions:
Normal office environment, outpatient setting.
Reporting Relationships:
Reports to Research Coordinator and Director of Academic Research
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.