Research Assistant (Translational)
Company: Joslin Diabetes Center
Location: Boston
Posted on: May 28, 2023
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Job Description:
As a member of both the bench research and clinical research
teams, the Translational Research Assistant (TRA) contributes to
the conduct of a portfolio of clinical research protocols and
analysis of samples. The TRA works with study participants and
their families, performs a variety of study operations and research
duties.ResponsibilitiesIn all activities, adhere to Good Clinical
Practice guidelines and maintain patient confidentiality per HIPAA
regulationsIdentify potentially eligible participants using
appropriate data sourcesAssess eligibility of potential study
participantsBecome familiar with relevant content of all relevant
study protocolsCommunicate clinical trial updates to other team
membersDescribe studies to potential participants, explain
rationale for and details of participationObtain informed consent
and assent, when appropriateSchedule study visits and prepare
relevant materials for each visit (tubes, paperwork, etc.)Arrange
participant travel, as applicableCollect primary data from study
participants and their guardiansAfter completing training, perform
phlebotomy, measure vital signs, perform EKG and other relevant
procedures and testsEnsure that study visits and source documents
are completed in accordance with study protocols, including
verifying the work of other staff membersEnter data into electronic
data capture forms and respond to queriesProcess laboratory samples
and ship to central laboratoriesEnsure timely reporting of abnormal
findings to investigator and participantsDocument and communicate
all serious adverse events and other safety reports to the study
team and investigatorMaintain up-to-date inventory of study
supplies and place ordersModify study documents, such as informed
consent form and recruitment materials, when neededPrepare
documents for submission to IRB-may include initial protocol
submissions, protocol amendments, annual continuing review,
etc.Maintain all regulatory and subject binders in audit-ready
conditionCorrespond with study sponsors, contract research
organizations, and other collaborators, as applicableAssist with
study start-up and close-out activities, as relevantParticipate in
study teleconferences, attend team meetings, and attend national
meetings and/or investigator meetings, as relevant (may involve
travel)Participate in occasional off-site recruitment events
(requires some schedule flexibility)Perform operations of the
laboratory including maintain electronic records of inventory,
track supplies and stocks, order routine supplies and stocks as
needed, coordinate the maintenance of a clean and safe lab
environment, and schedule maintenance and repair services for
equipment.Support research activities including making reagents and
stocks, process clinical samples for storage and laboratory
analysis, recombinant protein production and purification, perform
assays including ELISPOT, Flow Cytometry, and ELISA. Perform
molecular biology techniques including PCR and quantitative PCR as
needed for experiments.Other duties as
assigned.QualificationsBachelor's degree (relevant field of study
is preferred)1-2 years post-graduate work experience preferred but
not requiredProficient knowledge of Microsoft Office SuiteFluency
in written and spoken EnglishFamiliarity with basic laboratory
instruments and equipment - in a laboratory setting.Ability to
handle confidential and sensitive information - maintain
confidentialityAbility to follow general instructions and
procedures, as provided.Strong organizational and communication
skills (communicate clearly and effectively via verbal and written
instruction).Attention to detail and ability to concentrate on
multiple tasksAbility to prioritize responsibilities - through
completion.Ability to work independently and with others in the lab
- to interact respectfully with other employees, professional staff
and/or external contacts.Ability to work with minimal oversight,
after training periodProfessional and warm in demeanor, especially
when relating to study participants and their familiesGraphic
design/layout skills (to design brochures, flyers, etc.)
desirableFlexible schedule as necessary to accommodate study
patients and recruitment activities Joslin is an Equal Opportunity
Employer of Minority/Female/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected
Veterans. Joslin values diversity and inclusion, and we encourage
diversity applicants.Joslin Diabetes Center is an Equal Opportunity
Employer and it is the policy of Joslin to prohibit discrimination
of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to
employees, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration
for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic
information, marital/parental status, disability status, protected
veteran status or any other status protected by law.
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Keywords: Joslin Diabetes Center, Boston , Research Assistant (Translational), Other , Boston, Massachusetts
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