Research Assistant, Nephrology

The Research Assistant will support clinical research activities in the Waikar Research Group within the Nephrology Section. Responsibilities include participant recruitment and scheduling, administering questionnaires, reviewing medical records, managing study data, maintaining research databases, and assisting with administrative and regulatory tasks. The Research Assistant may also assist with basic bio specimen handling, sample processing in compliance with established protocols, and manuscript preparation. This role works closely with the Research Program Manager and other research staff to support research operations in both clinical and research settings. Position: Research Assistant, Nephrology Location: Boston, MA Schedule: 40 hours per week, On-site ABOUT BMC: At Boston Medical Center (BMC), our diverse staff works together for one goal — to provide exceptional and equitable care to improve the health of the people of Boston. Our bold vision to transform health care is powered by our respect for our patients and our commitment to ensure everyone who comes through our doors has a positive experience. You’ll find a supportive work environment at BMC, with rich opportunities throughout your career for training, development, and growth. POSITION SUMMARY : The Research Assistant will support clinical research activities using approved techniques. Responsibilities include supporting participant recruitment and scheduling, administering questionnaires, reviewing participant charts and extracting relevant study data, maintaining participant databases, and assisting with preparation of reports and study documentation. This position requires comfort working in both clinical and research environments and collaborating as part of a team to support study participants and research operations. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Recruits and screens clinical research candidates. Interacts with participants by phone, email, and in person to support recruitment activities, study coordination, and visit scheduling. Completes informed consent documents and enrolls participants in the research protocol. The Research Assistant must be able to answer participant questions and explain the clinical trial in an easily understood and meaningful manner to participants. Collects, documents, and submits study data and samples accurately and efficiently. Works collaboratively with the Research Program Manager and other research staff to support daily study operation, ad hoc duties as assigned. Schedule: 40 hours/week, 100% in person. Requires the ability to work a varying daily day schedule driven by clinic operations and participant study visits. The above statements in this job description are intended to depict the general nature and level of work assigned to the employee(s) in this job. The above is not intended to represent an exhaustive list of accountable duties and responsibilities required JOB REQUIREMENTS EDUCATION: A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree is required at the time of hiring, with preference for a degree in chemistry, biology, or other science. EXPERIENCE: Prior experience in clinical research and/or public health preferred KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate professionally with participants, providers, and research staff in person, by phone, and via email. Spanish or Haitian Creole speaking candidate preferred, not required. Cultural sensitivity and comfort with a wide range of social, racial, and ethnic populations. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (i.e. MS Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook) and web browsers. Experience with statistical software preferred. Must be able to maintain strict confidentiality of all personal & health sensitive information. JOB BENEFITS: Competitive pay Tuition reimbursement and tuition remission programs Highly subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance options Career Advancement/Professional Development: Access a wealth of ongoing training and development opportunities that will not only enhance your skills but also expand your knowledge base especially for individuals pursuing careers in medicine or biomedical research. Pioneering Research: Engage in groundbreaking research projects that are driving the forefront of biomedical science. ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT: As the primary teaching hospital for Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine and BU schools of public health and dentistry, intellectual rigor shapes our inquiries. Our research is led by a belief that skin color, zip code, and financial circumstances shouldn’t dictate health. Boston Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to or call 617-638-8582 to let us know the nature of your request. Compensation Range: $16.35- $22.84 This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, skills, and certifications/licensures as they directly relate to position requirements; as well as business/organizational needs, internal equity, and market-competitiveness. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), discretionary annual bonuses and merit increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family well-being. 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