Research Student Intern, Part Time at Brigham & Women's Hospital(BWH) in Boston, Massachusetts

Job Description:

GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT:



The Men's Health, Aging and Metabolism Clinical Research Unit at Brigham and Women's Hospital conducts government and industry sponsored clinical trials, covering a wide range of therapeutic areas, with study populations that include both women and men.


Under the supervision of the Principal Investigator (PI) and Project Manager, the research intern will be involved in specific research-related tasks.



PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:



Research Intern's specific duties may include:


• Participate in the development and implementation of subject recruitment strategies.


• Screen subjects over the telephone to determine their initial eligibility for study participation.


• Perform data entry.


• Review electronic medical records to pre-screen patients for study eligibility.


• Perform basic study assessments on study subjects, such as anthropometric measurements, vital signs, and electrocardiogram (EKG).


• Perform additional tasks as assigned.



Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:



• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint).


• Familiarity with electronic data capture (EDC) systems preferred (e.g., REDCap).


• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.



SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:



• Excellent organizational skills and an ability to effectively manage time and prioritize workload.


• Strong oral and written communication skills.


• Excellent problem-solving skills.


• Comfortable working as part of team.


• Excellent interpersonal and relationships skills. Ability to build rapport and interact effectively with a broad array of people from diverse cultural and educational backgrounds.


• High degree of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.



EEO Statement

BWH is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.