Summary:
The Research Associate II supports principal investigators, clinicians, fellows, students, and other research staff in the planning of studies, conducting projects, and disseminating findings. Under the supervision of the Research Scientist or Research Psychologist duties include refinement of research protocols, supporting documents, submission and management of study regulatory, IRB, grant or consent documentation, evaluation of patients or subject eligibility for research, completion of diagnostic interviews and assessments, participation in interdisciplinary team meetings, creation and monitoring of measurable goals, collaboration with other staff in the coordination of care, and the analysis of collected data.
Job Duties & Responsibilities:
- The Research Associate II provides support to research teams and principal investigators (PIs) by organizing and maintaining efforts related to designing and conducting and analyzing research studies.
- Assists PI or other investigators or research leadership to design, develop, and obtain regulatory and Institutional Review Board (IRB) approval to implement and disseminate research activities.
- Participates in participant recruitment and data and/or biospecimen collection activities where applicable.
- Interviews and evaluates study participants to determine project eligibility and communicate or share participant-specific information about study to eligible participants.
- Schedules study participants for research project activity, tests, procedures, or events according to protocol design.
- Schedules and oversees or ensures compliance to site qualification, initiation, and monitoring visits throughout a study, as needed.
- Reviews subject medical records and data sources for screening of potential study participants and determination of eligibility.
- Complies with expectations of good clinical practice (GCP) and IRB policies and procedures, demonstrating integrity and ethics in accordance with research professional standards and principles.
- Contributes to the drafting, development, and improvement of research policies and standard operating procedures and ensures personal compliance to those policies and procedures.
- Maintains confidential study materials and records in compliance with data and document retention policies of sponsors, Rogers, and the Rogers Research Center.
- Maintains participant enrollment records, and essential study documentation related to protocol, protocol amendments, IRB submissions and continuing reviews, adverse event reporting and change management.
- Contributes to data collection, statistical analysis, manuscript and grant development, creation of surveys and assessments, and takes the lead in drafting or completing such tasks.
- Delivers training appropriate for other active research staff related to methods, techniques, and policies, as may be deemed timely and appropriate to advance organizational competencies.
- Participate in Rogers Operating System (ROS) where applicable.
- Maintain familiarity with the ROS process and apply the model and tools to activities and projects.
- Participate in ROS teams as requested.
- Demonstrate organizational skills that promote timely response to all inquiries and to project completion and problem resolution.
- Ability to work and communicate with multiple stakeholders at all levels in academic and health care settings in a positive and professional manner.
- Attempt to resolve individual issues with peers in a positive, calm manner, with a focus on resolution.
- Communicate concerns and provide solutions for same.
- Interact in professional manner with external peers to establish a professional network.
- Comply with Rogers, System and Research Center policies and procedures, the Infection Control, and Employee Health programs.
- Project a professional image by wearing appropriate, professional attire.
- Promote a team atmosphere by treating individuals with respect and honesty and by using direct communication and active listening skills.
- Be open to change and actively support change.
- Be open to others’ ideas and points of view.
- Adhere to following policies and procedures for Rogers.
Education/Training Requirements:
- Master’s Degree in a scientific field, nursing or allied health, related fields, or commensurate experience with bachelor’s degree.
- Minimum of two (2) years of experience in the conduct of research, including clinical, basic science, or health outcomes research beyond the master's degree requirements.
- Ability to understand and communicate research protocol requirements to others.
- Basic understanding of federal regulations applying to the conduct of human subject’s research.
- Basic understanding of mental health treatment services or demonstrated willingness and ability to learn.
- Exceptional written communication skills, phrasing, editing, and organizing technical documents.
- Completion of applicable research training certification through CITI or comparable program. May be completed within the first 30 days of employment.
- Advanced experience with Microsoft Office.
- Prior experience in developing training materials and instructing professionals and researchers in policy and procedure.
- Computer proficiency required.
Benefits:
- Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, etc.) for positions of 30 hours or more per week.
- Childcare reimbursement offered for positions of 20 hours or more per week.
- Gainshare bonus based on company goals.
- 401k with matching contribution that is fully vested from day 1.
- Loan relief, tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities.
ABOUT ROGERS BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Rogers Behavioral Health is a nationally recognized, not-for-profit provider of highly specialized psychiatric care. Rogers offers evidence-based treatment for children, teens, and adults with OCD and anxiety, addiction, depression and other mood disorders, eating disorders, trauma, and PTSD. Backed by more than a century of experience, Rogers is leading the way on measurement-based care and use of clinical outcomes. Rogers provides residential care and has three inpatient facilities located in southeastern Wisconsin. Rogers also offers outpatient services in a growing network of communities across the U.S.
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The System also includes Rogers Behavioral Health Foundation , which supports patient care, programs, and research; and Rogers InHealth , an initiative that works to eliminate the stigma of mental health challenges. For more information, visit rogersbh.org .
EOE/MFDV
Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action – Rogers Behavioral Health (rogersbh.org)
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