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Research Assistant - Contraceptive Technology Innovation

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Durham, NC, USA
Full-time

This position will support the Contraceptive Technology Innovation Department (CTID) by assisting with implementation and maintenance of contraceptive product development activities and clinical research studies. Responsibilities will include establishing and maintaining research/project files, supporting study related document development and review, partner communication, and implementation of study components based on standard operating procedures (SOP’s) and organizational policies. Project-specific administrative support will also be provided, including taking meeting minutes, tracking study activities and milestones, scheduling meetings and calls, etc.

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • Performs a wide range of administrative duties for multiple projects, including but not limited to: Meeting arrangements, scheduling meetings and calls, drafting meeting agendas, taking minutes, travel arrangements, coordinating schedules, drafting documentation required for travel, etc.
  • Develops and maintains files for all assigned projects.
  • Assists with drafting study documents such as logs, memos, agreements, etc.
  • Assists with review of financial invoices.
  • Maintains project timelines and action item lists.
  • Utilizes electronic tracking systems for managing study documentation and IRB reviews.
  • Supports development and review of assigned study-related documentation including protocols, monitoring plans, analysis plans, reports, and publications.
  • Communicates with internal and external staff to ensure updates and the successful completion of study goals.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.
Educational Background: 
Associate’s Degree or its International Equivalent • Knowledge/Information Services, Communications, Education, Health, Behavioral, Life/Social Sciences International Development, Human Development or Related Field.
Skills/Experience: 
  • Typically requires 0-2 years of clinical trial, pharmaceutical development, or public health research experience.
  • Articulate, professional and able to communicate in a clear, positive manner with clients and staff.
  • Must be able to read, write and speak fluent English
  • Prior work experience in a non-governmental organization (NGO), government agency, or private organization.

Problem Solving & Impact:

  • Organized, proficient at multi-tasking with exceptional attention to detail.
  • Works on assignments that are varied in scope that require analysis or interpretation of the situation.
  • Exercises good judgment within established procedures and practices to solve problems.
  • Decisions may affect a work unit or area within a department.

Supervision Given/Received:

  • Has no supervisory responsibility.
  • Follows established procedures on routine work, receives instruction on new assignments.
  • Typically reports to a Manager.

Technology to be Used:

  • Personal Computer, Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, etc.), e-mail, telephone, printer, calculator, copier, cell phones, PDAs and other hand held devices.
Compensation/Benefits: 

FHI 360 fosters the strength and health of its workforce through a competitive benefits package, professional development and policies and programs that support healthy work/life balance. Join our global workforce to make a positive difference for others — and yourself.

Job Function: 

Organization Info

Fhi 360

Overview
Headquarters: 
Washington, DC, United States
Annual Budget : 
More than $500M
Founded: 
1974
About Us
Mission: 

To improve lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions for human development.

Why Work For Us?: 

We Believe…

…the key to improving the lives of the world's most vulnerable people lies in generating, sharing, and applying knowledge.

…sustainability comes from improving the capacity of individuals and countries to address their needs.

…in partnerships with governments, civil society organizations, the private sector, and communities.

…in approaches that address human needs as a whole

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Listing Stats

Post Date: 
Mar 5 2019
Active Until: 
Apr 5 2019
Hiring Organization: 
Fhi 360
industry: 
Nonprofit