OPS Research Specialist

OPS Research Specialist

Quick overview

Coordinate day-to-day activities of research studies, including participant scheduling, data management in REDCap, and IRB documentation. Conduct study visits by obtaining informed consent and performing cognitive and physical assessments according to protocol.

Requirements summary

Requires an associate's degree or allied health professional degree with one year of relevant experience or an equivalent combination. Preferred candidates are bilingual in Spanish and English with strong interpersonal skills and knowledge of HIPAA and GCP guidelines.

associate degreeTime ManagementHIPAA ComplianceInterpersonal CommunicationData EntryClerical DutiesInformed ConsentBilingual SpanishPatient TrackingGood Clinical PracticeMedical History CollectionREDCapPhysical Performance TestingResearch CoordinationIRB DocumentationCognitive AssessmentsParticipant Scheduling

Job description

Classification Title

OPS Research Specialist

Classification Minimum Requirements

Associate’s degree or an allied health professional degree in an appropriate area and one year of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Job Description

Coordinate day-to-day activities and ensure the compliance of specific research studies. Contact and schedule research participants while observing study-imposed time windows. Track all study-related activities and deviations. Develop and submit IRB and research billing documents, as necessary. Work closely with the study Principal Investigator to determine study participant eligibility. Issue study documents as necessary, and create and maintain source documents. Ensure that the study documents are properly organized, and manage study data in REDCap.
Serve as a monitor for master research/participant schedule coordination, notification of necessary parties, greeting, and check-in/check-out participants. Make reminder calls and send reminder letters/texts or emails to study participants. Update participant tracking logs as needed. May obtain quotes for equipment and place orders. Monitor levels of lab supplies and notify necessary parties when levels are low. May perform phone screening and documentation, data entry, and I RB-related clerical duties.
Conduct study visits according to the study protocol. Obtain informed consent; collect medical history. Perform research procedures and tests: For example, cognitive assessments (e.g., MoCA, NACC) and physical performance testing (e.g., walking tests, functional testing).
Other duties as assigned. Expected Salary:

$21.00/hr

Preferred

Energetic and driven individual.
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to prioritize and effectively communicate verbally and in writing. Bilingual (Spanish / English).
Coordinates multiple tasks and works independently and productively in a fast-paced, deadline oriented environment.
Integrity, careful attention to detail, ability to maintain confidentiality, demonstrate professionalism and respect for subjects' rights and individual needs; willingness to learn and maintain skills per HIPAA regulations and Good Clinical Practice guidelines. Special Instructions to Applicants: