Hybrid Research Assistant – Neurology

at Advocate Aurora Health

• Job title: Research Assistant – Neurology
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: $30 - $45 per hour
• Degree requirement: Postgraduate Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Winston Salem, United States

About the role

• Research Assistant supporting clinical research team focused on advancing stroke care. Responsibilities include data collection, analysis, and regulatory compliance in clinical settings.

Responsibilities

• Perform data collection and analysis.
• Assist with data collection and analysis, coordinating study logistics, maintaining regulatory documentation, and supporting scholarly outputs such as manuscripts and presentations.
• Conduct participant recruitment, screening, and interviewing, and follow-up activities for research studies.
• Generate study reports.
• Conduct literature reviews to support ongoing studies.
• Prepare tables, figures, and data reports for manuscripts and grants.
• Assist in writing research content for publications and presentations.
• Format and submit papers to journals.
• Submit IRB applications for research and quality improvement studies.
• Maintain regulatory documentation.
• Ensure all aspects of the study comply with protocol and institutional standards.
• Attend research meetings and take detailed notes.
• Schedule research meetings.
• Order supplies for research projects.
• Help train new personnel (undergraduates, medical students, resident physicians, fellow physicians).
• Serve as a liaison between the study team and research participants or community members.

Requirements

• Master's degree with four years' experience in a research setting; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrates understanding of scientific research methodologies.
• Ability to prepare grant proposals independently; experience with peer-reviewed publications and poster/oral presentations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and basic statistical analyses; ability to manage and analyze data accurately.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Detail-oriented, resourceful, and able to meet deadlines consistently.
• Ability to troubleshoot research challenges and adapt to evolving study needs.
• Self-starter capable of working with minimal supervision.
• Maintains a professional appearance and demeanor; relates well to all organizational levels.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program