The Senior Clinical Research Assistant role is responsible for supporting a team of physicians and scientists who are health services researchers using a variety of mixed methods approaches and implementation science to improve outcomes of seriously ill patients. We have a variety of research projects focused on improving quality of care, medical decision-making, clinician-patient communication, healthcare resource utilization, and the efficiency/value of our healthcare delivery system. Duties include preparing documentation for grant and IRB applications, coordinating various administrative tasks, conducting chart reviews, analyzing qualitative and quantitative research data, maintaining electronic databases, and assisting with research papers for publication. Skills include attention to detail and strong organizational skills. Expertise in statistical software and other specialized software for analysis in addition to grant and budget preparation experience preferred. Highly motivated individuals with strong verbal and written communication skills, an interest in working in a collaborative team environment, and who utilize innovative problem-solving to achieve scientific objectives are encouraged to apply. Position offers future opportunities for scientific collaboration, primary research, and manuscript authorship.

 

The Division of Pulmonary, Allergy, and Critical Care Medicine provides expert diagnosis and care of patients with lung diseases in our Pulmonary Clinic, and of critically ill patients in our Intensive Care Unit. Our clinical interests include all areas of lung disease and critical illness. In addition to our commitment to outstanding clinical care, we are also proud of our research programs from basic science research to clinical trials. Our educational mission includes teaching on many levels, including but not limited to our fellowship programs in Pulmonary, Allergy, Sleep, and Critical Care Medicine.

 

Read more about PACCM on our website: http://www.ohsu.edu/pccm.

 

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• Administrative tasks including IRB submissions and compliance.

• Prepare documentation for grant and IRB applications, including writing, gathering forms and letters of reference, and assisting with budget preparation.

• Coding transcripts for analysis using specialized software, conducting analysis of qualitative and quantitative research data, keeping organized and detailed research records, and maintaining electronic databases.

• Preparing research papers for publication.

• Recruiting patients for research projects, explaining study objectives, and conducting initial questionnaires. Communicating effectively and empathetically with patients and staff from diverse backgrounds.

• Reviewing medical records to gather research data, assisting Research Assistants with regards to transcription and input of written and recorded data into database.

• Bachelor’s Degree (4 yr) with major courses in field of research or Social Sciences AND 1 year of relevant experience

• OR equivalent combination or training and experience

• Conducting surveys and questionnaires

• Participant recruitment and participation in studies

• Conducting surveys and questionnaires

• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks at one time in a fast-moving environment

• Qualitative and quantitative research methods

• Excellent communication skills are essential, as are analytical and organizational skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team while being collaborative in resolving problems

• Microsoft Word, Excel, & PowerPoint

• EndNote or RefWorks

• Preparing grant applications and IRB applications

• SPSS, Stata, R-Studio, Atlas.ti, Qualtrics

• Authored and published at least one publication in a scholarly journal, scholarly book, or similar periodical

The schedule for this position will require flexibility depending on protocols but will be Monday-Friday. This position will involve office work and at times work in clinical settings.

Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.