Research Intern - Psychiatry
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Position: Research Intern
Department: Psychiatry
Schedule: Per Diem, Part Time, Day,
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the general supervision of the department director or manager, provides analytical and administrative assistance to the BEST Partnership for Behavioral Health, Racial, and Social Justice. Responsible for participating in project meetings as necessary, data collection & analysis, and other duties as necessary to support the successful completion of project / initiative work. Duties may vary based on the department's need but may include projects such as updating content on the website, updating and maintaining databases and links, and providing general support to the department. Must learn and understand the basic principles and methods used in the department, always following established protocols.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES:
- Duties may include some or more of the following:
- Recruit subjects to participate in studies by using approved methodologies, such as reviewing EMRs, contacting healthcare providers for referrals, using approved advertisements, posters, flyers, etc.
- Screen and enroll study participants, including educating participants about the research protocol, informing participants of the rights and responsibilities, and obtaining informed consent.
- Schedule and confirm appointments and ensure participants are prepared for the study visits.
- Conduct telephone or in-person interviews to complete questionnaires, as needed.
- Make notations of participant contact information and other relevant data to optimize care and retention.
- Provide general clerical support, such as handling forms, preparing study materials, researching information, scheduling meetings, filing, faxing, and photocopying.
- Adhere to legal, professional and ethical codes with respect to confidentiality and privacy. Responsible for obtaining and maintaining all study certifications, including Human Subjects Certification and Good Clinical Practice.
- Participates in special projects, as assigned.
Must adhere to all of BMC's RESPECT behavioral standards.
EDUCATION:
Recent college graduate or student enrolled in a related graduate or undergraduate degree program, preferably beyond a second semester junior.
EXPERIENCE:
Research experience preferred but not required.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
- Must have the ability to perform multiple tasks and prioritize duties
- Ability to work independently
- Must possess excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
- Must have an interest in performing new and varied work assignments, and be flexible with regard to work assignments
- Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Access, PowerPoint and Word is required. Knowledge or ability to learnMinitab.
- Must have the ability to maintain confidentiality
Boston Medical Center’s policy is to ensure equal employment opportunities for all, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic. We view the principle of equal employment opportunity as a vital element in the employment process and as a hallmark of good management.
BMC is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to Talentacquisition@bmc.org or call 617-638-8582 to let us know the nature of your request.