Are you looking to make a difference by improving the health of our patients?  Here you will find an innovative culture that is patient-focused and dedicated to making a difference.  We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible. 

While this position does not function as an independent researcher, all Research Assistant I activities serve the research goal. The successful Research Assistant I will be highly flexible, able to undertake a number of tasks on a number of different projects simultaneously and will take the initiative to become familiar with all aspects of assigned programs.

Under the direction of the Principal Investigator and management of the Research Supervisor as applicable, the Research Assistant I will provide research and administrative support for community, public health, and health services research programs; and will help strengthen the organization’s capacity to better serve and improve public health and healthcare efforts.

• Organizes and maintains program-related documents, databases, and resources, maintaining notes for internal and external meetings as required
• Completes and manages appropriate data collection in a timely and efficient manner as required by internal and external regulatory and funding agencies, as well as research protocols
• Assists with data clean-up efforts, interview transcription and research coding, per research protocols
• Assists with program subject recruitment and enrollment, per research protocols
• Schedules activities in support of the research program
• Assists with contacting appropriate collaborators in order to institute and organize program-related meetings and events
• Assists with the development, promotion, and dissemination of research materials and products
• Delivers presentations both internally and externally in support of the research program
• Maintains good working relationships with those who are involved in the research program, as well as other departments in the organization
• Purchases equipment and supplies within budget
• Assists with strengthening communications and relationships with community members and organizations involved with the research program
• Assists in advocacy activities promoting the mission of the research program
• Attends research meetings and seminars as required or requested
• Performs similar or related duties as requested or directed

Education:

• 4 Year/Bachelor's Degree in appropriate discipline
  • Experience may be considered in lieu of education

Licensure/Certifications:

• As required by the specific research program, required

Skills:

• Communication
• Computer Skills

Physical Requirements:

• Sedentary Work - Exerting up to 10 lbs of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking or standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met
• Occasional crouching, grasping, kneeling, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, standing, stooping, talking, visual acuity (color, depth, perception), walking
• Constant typing/clerical/dexterity, hearing, seeing/monitor/computer use

Hazards:

• Occasional bodily fluids/bloodborne exposure

Travel:

• Occasional Travel - The job may require travel from time- to-time, but not on a regular basis

Bassett Healthcare Network’s commitment to our employees includes benefit programs carefully designed with the needs and values of all our employees in mind. Many of the benefits we offer are paid fully or in large part by Bassett. Our generous benefits offerings include:  

• Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick time
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability protection
• Retirement benefits including an employer match 
• And more!

Specific benefit offerings may vary by location and/or position.

Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards. The above compensation range represents a good faith belief of the compensation range by Bassett Healthcare Network, and its entities and affiliates, at the time of this posting or advertisement.

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.