Field Research Assistant, STRIVE - Tulane University : Job Details

The Field Research Assistant will assist the principal investigator, field coordinator, and project manager to recruit participants from the Bogalusa, Franklinton, and Covington area WIC clinics. Responsibilities include data collection and implementing a diabetes prevention program (STRIVE) with study participants. Data collection includes screening and follow up visits, collecting anthropometrics, administering questionnaires, venipuncture, and assisting with a variety of other study related tasks. Strong communication skills both verbal and written, report writing, and ability to meet deadline.

* Good team member and experience in working in an office and community environment.

* Experience working on a research study.

* High School Diploma

* Directly related experience

* Experience with research coordination and teams

* Competent with technology (MS Office Suite, Excel, PowerPoint; Access; Outlook; SAS; Endnote)

* Experience with phlebotomy is preferred but not required