Title:

Research Assistant

Job Type:

Regular

Company:

Health Research, Inc. (HRI) Roswell Park Division

Department:

Cancer Prevention & Control

Time Type:

Full time

Weekly Hours:

FTE:

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Summary:

The Department of Cancer Prevention and Control is seeking a motivated Research Assistant to support a population-based randomized study evaluating a home-based Respiratory Muscle Training (RMT) intervention among lung cancer survivors. Participants are identified through the New York State Cancer Registry, and the study examines the effects of RMT on symptom management (dyspnea, fatigue), physical function, quality of life, and biomarkers relevant to lung cancer prognosis.

The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal skills, experience working directly with research participants or patients, and an interest in gaining experience in clinical cancer research. This position is well-suited for individuals planning to pursue careers in medicine or biomedical sciences.

Responsibilities include assisting with participant recruitment and enrollment, conducting virtual study visits, collecting study data, and supporting delivery of a home-based intervention.

This role requires strong communication, organization, and attention to detail, as well as the ability to work effectively with diverse patient populations. The RA will also gain exposure to biospecimen coordination and multidisciplinary cancer research.

The pay range for this position is $40,191 - $51,646 annually which includes a comprehensive benefits package. The listed pay range reflects the range of potential compensation for this role. The actual offer may vary based on qualifications, skills, and experience.

Qualifications:

Required Education and Experience

1. Associate’s degree and the equivalent of one (1) year of full-time experience in data management; or
2. High School Diploma or High School Equivalency Diploma and the equivalent of two (2) years of full-time experience in data management.

NOTE:
Degrees must be conferred by an accredited school, college, or university, or by an institution recognized by Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center and/or Health Research Incorporated as adhering to acceptable educational standards.

Preferred Qualifications:

The preferred candidate will have:

Bachelor’s degree (completed or in progress) in biomedical or health-related field
Relevant coursework or experience in biomedical, behavioral, or clinical research
Experience working with patients, research participants, or in healthcare settings
Familiarity with human subjects research, IRB processes, or CITI/GCP training
Exposure to physiological data collection methods (e.g. functional or behavioral assessments)
Experience with data entry or research data systems (e.g. REDCap, ACCESS)
Experience supporting research in academic, clinical, or laboratory settings
Demonstrated ability to communicate complex information clearly and work effectively with diverse populations

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Roswell Park Cancer Institute Corporation (RPCIC) and Health Research Inc. (HRI) Roswell Park Division believe that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities, and we do not discriminate against our employees, applicants or job seekers because of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, creed, age, disability, pregnancy-related condition, military or veteran status, marital or familial status, domestic violence victim status, citizenship status, genetic information, individual’s relationship or association with a member of a protected category or any other protected group status as defined by law.

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Qualified Individuals with Disabilities/Qualified Protected Veterans

Reasonable Accommodation Request

RPCIC and HRI are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email HR-PayAndBenefits@RoswellPark.org and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Our Core Values

RPCIC and HRI are committed to providing an environment where patients, families, employees and community are treated with courtesy and respect. We support an inclusive environment that nurtures the talents, skills and abilities of each individual to embody and reflect our core values: Innovation, Integrity, Teamwork, Commitment, Compassion and Respect.

Grant Funding

This is a grant-funded position. Compliance with funding requirements such as time and effort reporting, grant deliverables, and contract deliverables is required.

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