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Palo Alto Veterans Institute for Research (PAVIR) supports the nation's second largest research program conducted among the VA Hospitals is looking for a full timeClinical Research Assistant.

The Research Assistant will help support clinical research evaluating cardiovascular outcomes and testing strategies to improve quality of care. The Research Assistant will work with Principal Investigator(s) and other staff by performing various activities related to enrollment, compliance, ongoing coordination, review of medical information, and data management. They will help with protocol drafting and management and manuscript editing. They will also help with manual extraction and annotation of electronic health record data to help with development of algorithms around cardiovascular disease.

BENEFITS

PAVIR offersgenerous benefits, including comprehensive health insurance, vision, dental,14 paid holidays, paidvacation time, sick pay, a401(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.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with protocol development and modification during study;
• Manage and update IRB protocols as needed;
• Assist with manuscript editing.
• Assist with manual annotation of data from the electronic health record to develop cardiovascular disease algorithms.
• Responsible for tracking database status and coordinating with research services about updates as necessary;
• Maintain electronic study records;
• Perform study-related administrative and organizational tasks.
• Assist with study enrollment and ongoing participant communication.
• Coordinate and train other staff members in study activities.
• Other tasks as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Required:A bachelor's degree or equivalent experience;
• Experience working with healthcare data in a clinical or research setting.
• Preferred:1-2+ years of related experience in a research environment; Experience screening and testing patients; experience working with Veterans is a plus.
• Organizational/management skills;
• Knowledge and experience with data management;
• Proficiency with Word and Excel;
• Ability to interact professionally with clinical team members and research participants;
• Excellent communication and writing skills;
• Capable of working independently.

ABOUT PALO ALTO VETERANS INSTITUTE FOR RESEARCH (PAVIR)

PAVIR facilitates research and education activities conducted at the VA Palo Alto Health Care System. At PAVIR we work with more than 160 uniquely talented medical scientists. We recruit and retain talented employees who believe in making a difference in the lives of others through innovative health research.

READY TO JOIN OUR RESEARCH TEAM?

If you feel that you would be right for this job, please fill out our initial3-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 appointment with VAPAHCS andcomplete 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.

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