Clinical Research Assistant- Levin Lab

84676BR

Neurology

Job Posting Description

Position Summary/ Department Summary:
The Clinical Research Assistant (CRA) will play a primary role in collecting data for the Levin Lab. Our research seeks to understand neural network function among children with autism, other neurodevelopmental conditions, and typical development, primarily using electroencephalography (EEG) to do so. The responsibilities of the Clinical Research Assistant (CRA) will include data collection among participants with diverse neurodevelopmental conditions, EEG and related equipment set-up and maintenance, study protocol development, data uploading and organization, and other relevant data collection tasks.

Key Responsibilities:
Consents and recruits patients for research studies through personal interviews and written communications with patients/families. Provides detailed background information regarding studies to families, communicates all policies and procedures, and responds to all inquiries. Evaluates suitability of prospective study candidates and makes selections based upon clinical knowledge of each study.
Performs EEG and other data collection methods (e.g., ERP, eye-tracking) on participants aged 0-65 years. Serves as liaison to the families/patients in the research studies, conducted at both on-site and off-site locations, guiding and advising them during data collection. Acts as a resource to study participants, addressing any concerns they may have. Troubleshoots resolution of any issues that may arise during data collection.
Participates in the training of newly hired research study assistants, as required.
Coordinates activities between the hospital and research laboratories to ensure correct testing/processing and send out instructions specific to the study. Communicates project policies and procedures to personnel. Monitors and reviews data collection and data entry, and informed consent procedures - ensuring consistency of application for each study.
Performs other miscellaneous administrative duties as assigned or required.

Minimum Qualifications
Education:
A Bachelor’s Degree in STEM or Psychology is required.
Experience:

Previous experience with children with autism or other neurodevelopmental conditions is ideal.
Previous experience working in a research setting (preferably paid professional experience, but may include undergraduate research experiences) is also a plus.

Status

Full-Time

Regular, Temporary, Per Diem

Regular

Standard Hours per Week

40

Pay Range

$41246.40-$61339.20 Annual

Office/Site Location

Brookline

Job Posting Category

Research

Remote Eligibility

Part Remote/Hybrid