• Job Description

  Req#: 1010237

  SHIFT:

  Any (United States of America)

  Seeking Breakthrough Makers
  
  Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) offers countless ways to change lives. Our diverse community of more than 20,000 Breakthrough Makers will inspire you to pursue passions, develop expertise, and drive innovation.
  
  At CHOP, your experience is valued; your voice is heard; and your contributions make a difference for patients and families. Join us as we build on our promise to advance pediatric care—and your career.
  
  CHOP’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
  
  CHOP is committed to building an inclusive culture where employees feel a sense of belonging, connection, and community within their workplace. We are a team dedicated to fostering an environment that allows for all to be their authentic selves. We are focused on attracting, cultivating, and retaining diverse talent who can help us deliver on our mission to be a world leader in the advancement of healthcare for children.
  
  We strongly encourage all candidates of diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply.
  
  
  A Brief Overview

  Funded grant to CHOP by the Department of Education’s Institute of Education Sciences, this research project is a real-world replication study of a school-based Homework, Organization, and Planning Skills (HOPS) program for students with deficits in organizational, time management, and planning skills. The study includes 6th through 8th grade students across cultural, racial, and socioeconomic backgrounds enrolled in a diverse set of 30 schools across Pennsylvania and New Jersey. All schools are located within approximately 15-75 minutes of CHOP’s Roberts Center for Pediatric Research.

  We are seeking a full-time Research Assistant to join our team as soon as possible for at least one year.

  At Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP), we serve a diverse population and seek to continue to grow a workforce that reflects the richness of this diversity. Our commitment to excellence drives us to ensure we have candidates who represent a variety of perspectives, expertise and experiences. Creating a safe, culturally competent, diverse, inclusive and caring environment is at the foundation of everything we do.

  The position provides an exciting opportunity and experience for individuals interested in pursuing advanced graduate degrees in school psychology, clinical psychology, health psychology, or related fields.

  Location of work will include both on-site at the Roberts Center for Pediatric Research and off-site at schools. Most schools are located within 15-75 minutes of CHOP’s Roberts Center for Pediatric Research. Travel throughout the greater Philadelphia area is required. Mileage reimbursement for travel to schools is available. Flexible schedule is required including some early school meetings/session recordings and some evenings/weekends for consents.

  
  
  What you will do

  • Provide technical and administrative support in the conduct of clinical research:
  • Patient/research participant scheduling
  • Patient/Research Participant screening for inclusion/exclusion criteria or case history
  • Data collection
  • Data entry
  • Data management
  • Laboratory sample processing
  • Clinical research study procedures or questionnaire administration
  • Organization of research records and/or other study related documentation
  • Research Study Compliance
  • Adhere to IRB approved protocols and compliance with HIPAA and handling confidential materials
  • Comply with Institutional policies, SOPs and guidelines
  • Comply with federal, state, and sponsor policies
  • Additional Responsibilities may include:
  • Consent subjects, with appropriate authorization and training
  • Document and report adverse events
  • Maintain study source documents
  • Complete case report forms (paper and electronic data capture)
  • Assist with IRB/regulatory submissions
  • Complete case report forms or other study documentation (paper and electronic data capture)
  • Follow-up care
  • Order materials/supplies
  • Schedule research meetings

  Education Qualifications

  • High School Diploma / GED Required
  • Bachelor's Degree Preferred

  Experience Qualifications

  • Previous relevant clinical research experience Required
  • At least one (1) year of relevant clinical research experience Preferred

  Skills and Abilities

  • Familiarity with IRB and human subject protection.

  
  To carry out its mission, CHOP is committed to supporting the health of our patients, families, workforce, and global community. As a condition of employment, CHOP employees who work in patient care buildings or who have patient facing responsibilities must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and receive an annual influenza vaccine. Learn more.
  
  Employees may request exemptions for valid religious and medical reasons. Start dates may be delayed until candidates are immunized or exemption requests are reviewed.
  
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• About the company

  The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia is a children's hospital in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, with its primary campus located in the University City neighborhood of West Philadelphia in the campus of the University of Pennsylvania.

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