The Division of Genetics and Genomics at Boston Children's Hospital is seeking a Clinical Research Assistant to assist with clinical research projects that focus on Angelman syndrome in both children and adults. These projects include a nationwide multi-center natural history study for which our team serves as the sponsor and lead study site, a pilot project that will explore the use of video recordings by parents in the child's natural environment to study the natural history of Angelman syndrome, and multiple industry-sponsored clinical trials

This Clinical Research Assistant I will be responsible for:

• 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.
• Serves as liaison to the families/patients in the research studies, conducted at both on-site and off-site locations, guiding and advising them throughout each phase of the study. Coordinates follow-up visits as necessary. Acts as a resource to study participants, addressing any concerns they may have. Troubleshoots resolution of any issues that may arise throughout the study.
• Coordinates and prepares the necessary documentation for Institutional Review Board (IRB) and Committee on Clinical Investigations (CCI) submissions, together with the Private Investigator of the study.
• Creates and prepares data collection statistical reports and analytical summaries for distribution to study research team for review and analysis. Writes articles and summary papers of studies for submission to medical journals, as may be necessary/requested.
• 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.

• The knowledge of theories, principles, and concepts acquired through completion of a Bachelor's degree.
• The analytical skills to gather and interpret data in which the information or problems are moderately complex to complex.
• Well-developed communication skills in order to provide critical information to patients, effectively deal with conflicting views or issues, and the ability to mediate fair solutions.
• At least one semester of basic science or clinical research experience preferred
• Defended an honors thesis or equivalent, preferred
• Previous leadership position in student or community organizations preferred
• A 2-year commitment to this position