STEPS Clinical Research Analyst

Must be able to sit forextended periods of time. Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.

8-5 Monday thru Friday (Rare weekends and eveningsmay be required per workload demands)

A busy clinical research operation funded mainly by The National Institute on Drug Abuse is looking for a professional and responsible, Research Analyst who will assist in performing all aspects of the research process using Good Clinical Practices. Job responsibilities include telephone screening, assisting with subject interviews, conducting daily research sessions, assisting in coordinating research studies, recruiting research subjects, and assisting with data analysis for scientific publication. Additional duties include assisting with various tasks for the daily research operation as needed. Must be professional with good oral and written communication skills, detail-oriented, teamwork-oriented, excellent work ethic, and dependable.

Bachelor’s degree in Psychology or related field preferred. Research with Human Subjects is desired plus two years of experience.

Knowledge of clinical research and regulations of conducting Human Research Protocols. Experience with interviewing research subjects, experience with conducting daily research sessions, assisting in coordinating research studies, and recruiting research subjects. Experience in working with drug abuse and addiction desired.

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