Job Summary: The Research Assistant performs a wide variety of duties related to research studies directed by the Principal Investigator and other professional staff members. The Research Assistant assists with the needs of the Term Cord Clamping Project, including sending retention materials ( birthday cards, holiday cards, etc.) logging appointments, and following up on missed appointments. Responsible for data collection, participant home visits, maintains databases for project, develops database queries, and assists in analyzing data. Reviews relevant literature and assists in the preparation of reports and manuscripts. The incumbent also assists with recruitment and retention of subjects by: attending public events and recruiting at offices, coordinates materials distribution in the community, assists with creation and revisions of marketing materials.

Specifications: Bachelors degree required. One year of clinical or technical research experience, including data collection and entry into a computer system desired. Must be organized, demonstrate initiative, function independently, and have strong interpersonal skills. Must be proficient with MS Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint, as well as have excellent writing skills. Knowledge of SPSS helpful.

Care New England Health System (CNE) and its member institutions唯utler Hospital, Women & Infants Hospital, Kent Hospital, VNA of Care New England, Integra, The Providence Center, and Care New England Medical Group, and our Wellness Center預re trusted organizations fueling the latest advances in medical research, attracting the nation痴 top specialty-trained doctors, and honing renowned services and innovative programs to engage in the important discussions people need to have about their health.

Americans with Disability Act Statement: External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled must be able to perform the essential job-specific functions either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation, to be determined by the organization on a case-by-case basis.

EEOC Statement: Care New England is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status

Ethics Statement: Employee conducts himself/herself consistent with the ethical standards of the organization including, but not limited to hospital policy, mission, vision, and values.