Research Specialist I
- Performs complex recruitment and/or data collection activities requiring specialized skills, education, or experience (e.g., medical record reviews, interviews, mailed questionnaires, physical measurements, and quality assurance).- Interacts and communicates with study participants effectively, responding to questions and referring to other staff as appropriate (e.g., when specified in written protocols or when question is outside of Research Specialist I scope).- May provide administrative support for the research study, including ordering supplies, scheduling/coordinating meetings, filing, copying, etc. - Participates as part of the research team by attending meetings, recording minutes, identifying and communicating problems, and proposing solutions.- Assists in developing and/or maintaining written study materials, protocols, and documentation. - Maintains and may develop computer files, databases and/or computer tracking systems for project documentation, monitoring, data collection, and data quality. - Provides data reports.- May provide training and orientation to staff performing data collection or project support activities.
