Position Summary:
The purpose of this full-time position is to support the research activities of the NIH-funded project by
working closely with the Project Coordinator and 1-3 other Research Assistants. The Research Assistant
will be required to undergo in-house training and be familiar with the study protocol. The primary
responsibilities of this position are to assist the PI and Project Coordinator with the research activities
that take place both virtually and in-person at multiple locations (e.g., VCUHealth clinic and surrounding
area).

Core Responsibilities:

• Obtain and maintain institutional requirements for clinical research including CITI training
• Consenting participants and collecting data at genetic counseling clinics
• Setting up video- and audio-recording equipment
• Conducting interviews with patients
• Logging daily research activities
• Participating in research team meetings

Minimum Hiring Standards:

• Demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff, and student
  environment or commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU
• Flexible schedule including weekends (work hours vary daily based on participant availability)
• Access to reliable transportation
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work productively in highly diverse and collaborative environments
• Demonstrated record of dependability and reliability
• Demonstrated record of working with individuals from diverse demographic characteristics
• Working knowledge of computer programs and systems, especially Microsoft Office and Google
  Suite
• Working knowledge of virtual meeting platforms, such as Zoom and MacLaren Now

Preferred Qualifications:

• Some training in Psychology, Public Health, Health Services, or closely related fields
• Experience working in a healthcare environment
• Service orientation, commitment to excellence and professional growth

UNIVERSITY JOB CODE: Clinical Research Assistant (1-3) (34001N, 34002N, 34003N)
ORP Eligible: No

This position is open until filled.

This is a restricted position with no set end date; continued employment is dependent upon project need, availability of funding, and performance.

Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Medicine is a premier academic medical center located in the heart of Richmond. Accounting for almost half of VCU’s sponsored research, the School of Medicine is internationally recognized for patient care and education. All full-time university staff are eligible for our generous benefits package that includes choices for health,vision, and dental coverage, life-insurance, short and long-term disability coverage, retirement planning, tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs, flexible spending accounts, tuition benefits, significant paid-time off, 12 paid holidays, and more. Explore our benefits further here: https://hr.vcu.edu/current-employees/benefits/university-and-academic-professional-benefits/

Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action university providing access to education and employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, political affiliation, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or disability.

The School of Medicine continuously strives for our workplace and learning environment to reflect the demographic and social milieu of the communities we serve. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.