Clinical Research Assistant II - VESPER

Job Description

Join the HJF Team!

HJF is seeking a Clinical Research Assistant II to perform data collection by conducting research interviews. Recruits and screens subjects for research studies. Collects baseline and follow up data from subjects.

This position will be in support the Complex Exposure Threats Center of Excellence (CETCE) at the VA Medical Center in Washington, DC. The Clinical Research Assistant II will support the center’s research portfolio focused on environmental exposures and health outcomes, by contributing to active research enrollment, data collection, data analysis, regulatory compliance, and data quality assurance.

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF's support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.

Responsibilities

• Screen and enroll research subjects; conduct recruitment, baseline assessments, and follow up data collection in accordance with study protocols.
• Ensure accuracy and validity of collected data and maintain compliance with quality assurance standards and clinical relevance requirements.
• Perform timely and accurate data entry; maintain organized data collection records, logs, and inventories.
• Maintain clear, accurate, and complete project documentation, including logbooks, inventory records, and study files.
• Create, maintain, and update study databases; upload and manage data within electronic data capture platforms.
• Process, label, track, and prepare study devices for storage and shipment; ensure proper chain of custody procedures.
• Maintain inventory of research supplies and organization.
• Conduct basic data analysis and assist with interpretation of results under supervision.
• Participate as a member of a multidisciplinary research team; attend regular team meetings with investigators, laboratory staff, fellows, and collaborators.
• Assist with preparation of manuscripts, reports, presentations, and other scientific materials, including editing, formatting, and distribution to collaborators as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor, including participation in required training related to the role.
  
  

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Psychology, Environmental Health, Public Health, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years experience required.
  
  

Required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Prior experience in a research environment is highly preferred.
• Prior military service and/or experience working within military settings highly preferred.
• General understanding of clinical research and related scientific principles and procedures are highly preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to multitask effectively and meet project deadlines.
• Must be a US Citizen.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a T1/Public Trust background check.
• Ability to obtain a Without Compensation (WOC) appointment with the DC VA Medical Center.
  
  

Physical Capabilities

• Lifting: Requires lifting materials up to 10 lbs.
• Ability to stand or sit at a computer for prolonged periods
  
  

Work Environment

• This position will take place primarily in an office setting.
  
  

Compensation

• The hourly pay range for this position is $22.16-$27.48. Actual hourly pay will be determined based on experience, education, etc.
  
  

Benefits

• HJF offers a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on your health and well-being, from medical, dental, and vision coverage to health savings and retirement plans, and more.
  
  

Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check if applicable. Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals With Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.