Visiting Research Associate II - Medicine, Breathe Chicago Center

Position Summary The Visiting Research Associate II conducts research by assisting with the collection and documentation of study data from research participants, cleaning of data, and other supportive functions to facilitate efficient teamwork in a clinical research environment. This position may supervise junior staff. This position supports the implementation of effective strategies for optimizing the recruitment of research participants and for maintaining their active engagement through to the study's end. The incumbent works closely with management to ensure those study goals are met and that regulatory compliance is maintained. This position may be undertaken remotely/hybrid and will be focused on COVID-19 patient engagement by telephone. Duties Responsibilities Duties and Responsibilities:\_x000d\_ • Perform surveys, interviews, observations, or use other methods according to established research protocols.\_x000d\_ • Collect and review client evaluations/assessments, surveys, and participant interviews to develop reports for the PI and appropriate agencies and grant sponsors, allowing for evaluation of project implementation.\_x000d\_ • May assist with study protocol development.\_x000d\_ • Maintain compliance with established protocols, regulatory and monitoring agency standards, and grant sponsor guidelines.\_x000d\_ • Assess patients for protocol eligibility and participation in clinical research.\_x000d\_ • Participate in clinical research education and training programs.\_x000d\_ • Execute informed consent process, ensuring willingness and understanding of the participant.\_x000d\_ • Prepare and contribute statistical data and pertinent information for papers, grants, and other documents.\_x000d\_ • Complete the required documentation for internal and external regulatory agencies.\_x000d\_ • Schedule and conduct clinical research visits required by the protocol and track participant visits; may include completion of survey, interviews, or other protocol-specific testing.\_x000d\_ • Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.\_x000d\_ Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.