Clinical Research Assistant - PTSD study
Palo Alto Veterans Institute for Research (PAVIR) is looking for a full-time Clinical Research Assistant to support a study comparing different implementation strategies to improve and sustain the delivery of cognitive processing therapy for PTSD across three different VA mental health systems.
We encourage you to apply if you have strong interest in mental health research, familiarity with data analytic software (e.g., R, SPSS, HLM), and experience conducting recruitment and working with study participants. It is rewarding to know that your hard work as a Research Assistant will make a difference in the lives of others.
ABOUT THIS ROLE
The Research Assistant will support the Principal Investigator (PI), Shannon Wiltsey-Stirman, Ph.D., and the Project Administrator with a variety of research duties, including subject recruitment and interviews, data collection, entry and coding, assisting with IRB submissions, as well as assisting with the preparation of manuscripts under direct supervision.
Dr. Wiltsey-Stirman serves as Acting Deputy Director of the Dissemination and Training Division, National Center for PTSD, and joined the Stanford faculty in 2016. Her research has been funded by the National Institute of Mental Health, VA, and the Canadian Institute for Health Research.
PAVIR offers generous benefits, including comprehensive health insurance, vision, dental, 13 paid holidays, paid vacation time, sick pay, a 401(k) with a fully vested 6% company match and 3% profit share, a wellness program, commuter benefits, and professional development training. Plus, we pay for life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance.
This is a full-time position located in Menlo Park, CA.
ABOUT PALO ALTO VETERANS INSTITUTE FOR RESEARCH (PAVIR)
PAVIR engages in the administration of funds and providing support for the conduct of clinical research at the Veterans Affairs Palo Alto Health Care System (VAPAHCS) to find new and improved ways to combat human disease and help people with disabilities. At PAVIR we work with more than 160 uniquely talented medical scientists. Our researchers have an active appointment with the VA Palo Alto Health Care System and maintain academic appointments with Stanford University. We recruit and retain talented employees who believe in making a difference in the lives of others through innovative health research.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES OF A CLINICAL RESEARCH ASSISTANT
- Enter and maintain data in databases
- Assist with data tracking, cleaning, preparation and analysis
- Assist with the preparation of manuscripts and progress reports
- Code psychotherapy fidelity data and data from qualitative interviews and other sources, including medical records
- Assist with the recruitment of study participants
- Explain the study and study procedures to potential participants
- Obtain telephone or in-person consent per defined protocol
- Track participants for follow-up assessments
- Assist with conducting and transcribing qualitative interviews with clinicians and administrators
- Assist with IRB submissions and amendments
- Assist with preparation and organization of educational materials for study participants, maintain sharepoint/icohere/study websites to ensure that materials are current.
QUALIFICATIONS FOR A CLINICAL RESEARCH ASSISTANT
- Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience)
- 1 year of related experience, including experience with data entry & management, or data analysis in a research environment
- Strong interest in clinical research and/or mental health research
- Interest in implementation of research methods
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Familiarity and previous use of data analytic software (e.g., R, SPSS, HLM)
- Ability to understand VA regulations and procedures regarding research
- Knowledge of standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the research field gained through education or experience
- Previous experience in follow-up data collection
- Ability to multitask and juggle multiple deadlines
- Effective communication skills, both oral and written
- Good interpersonal skills in order to interact with study subjects
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and database software
- Ability to read and understand the study protocol
- Ability to complete directed tasks independently
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 2+ years of related experience, including experience conducting recruitment, obtaining informed consent, or performing study procedures with study participants
- Experience managing and analyzing data using R
- Some knowledge of the IRB submission process
- Previous experience conducting or coding qualitative interviews
- Previous experience in implementation or psychology research lab involving psychology protocol
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS: Exposure to an office and clinical environment.
READY TO JOIN OUR RESEARCH TEAM? Please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!
PAVIR is a nonprofit foundation affiliated with the Veterans Affairs Palo Alto Health Care System (VAPAHCS). As a condition of employment, all PAVIR employees are required to have an approved Without Compensation (WOC) appointment with VAPAHCS and complete a background check before they can commence work.
PAVIR is pleased to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities, Women, Veterans, and Individuals with a Disability are encouraged to apply. We welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact jobs@pavir.org - Human Resources department.
Location: 94025
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