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This position provides assistance in support of research activities under supervision of the Principal Investigator. Working for Amy LeClair, PhD, the Research Assistant (RA) will be a member of the Center for Health Equity Research within the Department of Medicine. The RA work primarily on a study on collecting sexual orientation and gender identity (SOGI) data in the primary care setting. The RA will be responsible for moving all aspects of the research forward, including literature reviews, designing surveys, editing IRB related materials, collecting and managing data, assisting with analysis, preparing manuscripts and presentations, and tracking all study related materials.

• Responsible for data collection and ensuring that all data is collected in a timely fashion, which includes identifying missing data and implementing data checks, as well as generation of reports.
• Performs tasks which may require familiarity with a variety of protocols, techniques and equipment.
• May perform literature searches either relevant to the project(s), else in pursuit of new techniques/ideas to expand relevant basic knowledge.
• May be responsible for scheduling meetings or study visits, as well as calendar maintenance. Logs work performed.
• May assist with the collection, storage, and shipping of biological samples.
• May maintain and update records in accordance with IRB/WIRB and sponsor requirements.
• Maintains department records, reports and files as required.
• Assists with preparation of abstracts, presentations, and publications as needed.
• Attends meetings as required, may be asked to take minutes.
• Maintains collaborative, team relationships with peers and colleagues in order to effectively contribute to the working group’s achievement of goals, and to help foster a positive work environment.
• Performs other similar and related duties as required or directed.

• Ability to perform data entry and retrieval
• Knowledge of database management
• Ability to prioritize quickly and appropriately
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Care in organization and systematic record-keeping

EDUCATION:

• BS or equivalent

EXPERIENCE:

• 0-2 years experience in research related activities
• Preferred: coursework or experience with research methods, qualitative research methods, survey design and administration, LGBTQIA+ health equity

An equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed above may be substituted for the above education and experience requirements.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Typical clinical and administrative office setting.
• Must be able to perform all essential functions of this position with reasonable accommodation if disabled.
• May access PHI/HIPAA identifiers as part of daily tasks.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES STATEMENT:

Must be able to perform all essential functions of this position with reasonable accommodation if disabled.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed, as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Tufts Medical Center reserves the right to modify position duties at any time, to reflect process improvements and business necessity.

COVID-19 POLICY:

Please note that effective October 1, 2021, as a condition of employment at Tufts Medical Center, all employees and new hires must have received their complete dose of the COVID-19 vaccine, unless they have been granted an exemption.