The Research Assistant position will assist in processing and tracking scientific research proposals (concepts) and requests for data, specimens, or analysis at the Data Analysis and Coordination Center (DACC) of the MACS/WIHS Combined Cohort Study (CCS). The MACS/WIHS Combined Cohort Study is a longitudinal, epidemiological study on HIV & AIDS across 16 clinical research sites nationwide.
Fielding, tracking and processing scientific research proposals (concepts).
Review concepts and assign appropriate scientific reviews.
Point of contact for all investigator inquiries regarding concept submission and review.
Monitor concept review timelines and send reviewer reminders as needed.
Draft and disseminate concept decision letters.
Maintain and clean concept tracking database.
Draft and update procedural documents related to concept submission and review as needed.
Communicate and liaise with a wide range of faculty reviewers and study investigators.
Help monitor and maintain the study email and calendar.
Assist in tracking study legal agreements and IRB documents.
Assist with study publication tracking and searches.
Bachelor's degree in related discipline and some related experience required.