The successful applicant will perform clinical research in Adolescent Medicine in accordance with provisions of the approved protocols; conducts research visits with patients, maintains records of clinical research activities, prepares progress reports, assists in analyzing data, and contributes to publications. The research assistant will work with a team that will support crucial activities under the direction of Adolescent Medicine providers, including Dr. Fareeda Haamid and Dr. Ashley Ebersole. Our research focuses on adolescent and young adult contraception and reproductive health. We are seeking a highly motivated individual interested in contributing to a positive clinical research experience addressing the contraceptive needs of young women. Our long-term goal is to understand pathophysiological mechanisms underlying systemic hypercoagulability, or thrombosis (the tendency to develop blood clots), within specific clinical disease states. The intent of this study is to identify biochemical and genetic markers that will prospectively define individual susceptibility to thrombosis in the clinical setting of adolescent and young adults initiating combined oral contraceptives. In addition, the successful applicant will also support a sponsored study investigation of the simultaneous detection and identification of several sexually transmitted infections.

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PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs clinical research independently or semi-independently in accordance with protocols approved by the principal investigator. Such experiments will involve human subjects and may require evening duties.
1. Recruits study participants via in-person clinical visits, phone, or email.
2. Collects blood, urine, and other samples as needed. Such activities may be performed independently, involve travel between laboratories, and may require evening hours.
3. Ensures accuracy of clinical data and procedures as required by specific research projects.
4. Collects and controls experimental data and patient information in participant files; and maintains accurate daily logs of all study activities including methods, results, and conclusions.
5. Maintains consistent relationships and interactions with participants to retain their involvement throughout the duration of the study.
6. Interprets the results of data analyses with input from the principal investigator.
7. Assists the principal investigator in the preparation of scientific publications and grant proposals.
8. Make recommendations about refinement and/or replacement of clinical research procedures. Implements such refinements or new procedures with input from the principal investigator.
9. Orders supplies needed to conduct research; maintains inventory of equipment and supplies; and assures that research equipment is in good working order.
10. Collaborates in the preparation of research budgets, and monitors expenditure of funds to assure that studies are conducted within budgetary constraints.
11. Instructs other staff in standard methods, practices, procedures, and equipment/lab kit operations.
12. Maintains a clean working area and adheres to proper safety techniques and procedures.

KNOWLEDGE , SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field of science from an accredited college.

Preferable six months to two years of relevant clinical research experience.

Coursework in anatomy, physiology, statistics, and relevant research methods desirable.

MINIMUM PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Percent of time spent on:

60% Human subject research related activities

25% Paperwork and Case Report Forms associated with research

13% Interpreting results of data analyses with PI 02%

Instructing other research personnel Minimum physical requirements:

100% Kneeling / reaching

100% Finger dexterity

100% Talking / hearing / seeing

33% Lifting / carrying weight 0-20 pounds for 1-5 minutes The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individual so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision.

EOE M/F/Disability/Vet