The Resources for Resiliency (R4R) Advance Care Planning (ACP) pilot study is looking to hire a Research Assistant able to work off-campus in a subsidized housing community. The Research Assistant is part of the Vanderbilt School of Nursing and is a key individual contributor responsible for conducting studies in accordance with Good Clinical Practice Guidelines, federal and sponsor regulations, Vanderbilt Policies and Procedures, and within the guidelines of the Vanderbilt IRB. The position requires a person who is detail-oriented, possesses strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to multi- task, experience with research subject recruitment and other related research activities. The position also requires one to work independently and as a member of a team. The Research Assistant interacts with clients/patients, staff, faculty, and colleagues from across campus and will report directly to the Principal Investigator (PI). The position is a flex, hybrid role. 

This role operates under a flex schedule, where hours fluctuate weekly based on patient needs. Adaptability to changing schedules, including on-call assignments, is required. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

Participation in all aspects of research study:

• Has a high comfort level interacting with individuals, particularly those who are low-income and medically-disadvantaged
• Special requirements: This job is located off-campus (in Nashville) and candidate must have reliable access to a car to be eligible.
• Is fluent in speaking English
• Assists with preparation and continuing reviews of IRB applications.
• Assists with collecting and compiling data for preparation of research grant applications and of active studies.
• Assists in preparing data for analysis, identifying problems and cleaning as needed.
• Performs research participant screening, recruitment, and scheduling of research related activities.
• Monitors research participant progression through their interventions and reports any participant or study problems to the study PI and other required parties, as needed.
• Administers surveys and forms to participants via face-to-face and other modalities (e.g., telephone)
• Complies with participant compensation policies and procedures
• Conveys pertinent clinical/research information concisely to required parties to assure that the integrity and quality of the data is maintained.
• Assists on audits/reviews of completion and accuracy of hard copy and electronic data. 
• Conducts research related supplies inventory and ordering.
• Performs testing and maintains appropriate storage of equipment, troubleshooting when needed.
• Formats, edits, and proofreads research related documents, summaries, and progress reports.
• Develops and updates forms and other processes related to IRB submissions.
• Assists with manuscript preparation and submission, including formatting references according to journal-specific guidelines.
• Uses EndNote to create/manage libraries and format citations/bibliographies.
• Provides timely, effective communication and documentation with all relevant members according to HIPAA and VU/VUSN policies.
• Understands and complies with all VU/VUSN policies and procedures.
• Keeps team informed of project status and planned activities.
• Provides additional administrative support, as needed.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education is required.
• At least 2-3 years of full-time experience working in an applied health research or clinical setting is necessary.
• EndNote, PubMed, Microsoft Office 365, and REDCap experience is strongly preferred.
• Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports is necessary.
• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment is preferred.
• Previous experience with qualitative methods is preferred but optional.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community is preferred.
• Ability to develop and coordinate multiple projects.