The Oregon Rural Practice-based Research Network (ORPRN) was established in 2002 at Oregon Health & Science University in Portland. ORPRN's mission is to improve health and equity for all Oregonians through community engaged research, education, and policy. ORPRN facilitates a broad variety of clinical health care research, quality improvement projects, and practice transformation efforts in rural Oregon, and across the state. ORPRN is committed to building and sustaining a diverse, equitable, inclusive and anti-racist organization. We do so by evaluating how we develop and support our workforce, the partnerships we uphold, and how we engage in our work throughout Oregon.
ORPRN is seeking a Senior Clinical Research Assistant to support research projects and clinical trials. General responsibilities include assisting in project activities focused on participant recruitment, enrollment, data collection and tracking per study protocols. Responsibilities also include conducting chart reviews, supporting team meetings, and supporting study dissemination activities.
Must be located in the Eastern Oregon region.
Function/Duties of Position General Research SupportCommunicate regularly with Principal Investigators, Project Managers, research staff, and research collaborators (both internal and external to ORPRN/OHSU)Manage daily communication activities, monitor the central email inbox, oversee file storage, maintain supplies, compile documents for various audiences Develop reports and infographics for study partnersDraft sections of manuscripts, abstracts, posters, and presentationsConduct literature reviewsFoster relationships with clinics, community organizations and key partnersResearch CoordinationTravel to rural primary care clinics to support study activitiesConduct study activities according to current research documents, resources, and processes including study protocol, standard operating procedures, and research data collectionSupport the study timeline, communicate with teams at ORPRN and across OHSU, and support reporting to sponsorsRecruit participants and organizations to research studies by describing purpose, participation, and the aims of the projectObtain and document participant and organizational consentConduct chart reviews and collect and manage medical releasesCollect data and perform data entry into databasesTrain and lead students and junior staff in implementing study and project protocolsOther Activities as requested Required Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field and 1 year of relevant experience ORAssociate’s degree and 3 years relevant experience OR4 years of relevant experience OREquivalent combination of training and experienceStrong verbal and written communication skillsAdvanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPointExcellent organizational skillsAbility to work independently in a busy environment Preferred Qualifications Previous experience in in primary care healthcare settings and/or working with a research study team. Experience working with underserved populations. Experience securely handling confidential information.Experience working within rural Oregon. All are welcome Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.