Research Assistant- Neurology

Department:

37103 Wake Forest University Health Sciences - Neurology

Status:

Full time

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Hou rs Per Week:

40

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

Monday- Friday 8-5 and as needed

Pay Range
$30.15 - $45.25

JOB SUMMARY

The research assistant will be an integral member of Dr. Eseosa Ighodaro's clinical research team, dedicated to advancing stroke care through innovative interventions and quality improvement initiatives. Working under the direct supervision of Dr. Ighodaro, this role involves performing a broad range of technical and administrative responsibilities to support research activities within clinical settings. US citizens or permanent residents only.

The research assistant will contribute to the success of studies aimed at improving stroke care for patients at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Hospital, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and operational efficiency throughout all phases of research. Key responsibilities include assisting with data collection and analysis, coordinating study logistics, maintaining regulatory documentation, and supporting scholarly outputs such as manuscripts and presentations.

This position requires exceptional organizational skills, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while thriving in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment. The role is contingent upon grant funding and offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes and the community.

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EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Master's degree with four years' experience in a research setting; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Research & Data Management

• Assist in developing research methodologies and protocols.

• Create and revise study materials.

• Conduct participant recruitment, screening, and interviewing, and follow-up activities for research studies.

• Perform data collection and analysis.

• Generate study reports.

Manuscript & Grant Preparation

• 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.

Regulatory & Compliance

• Submit IRB applications for research and quality improvement studies.

• Maintain regulatory documentation.

• Ensure all aspects of the study comply with protocol and institutional standards.

Administrative & Coordination

• 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.

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS

Research Knowledge: Demonstrates understanding of scientific research methodologies.

Grant & Manuscript Preparation: Ability to prepare grant proposals independently; experience with peer-reviewed publications and poster/oral presentations

Computer Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and basic statistical analyses; ability to manage and analyze data accurately.

Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication

Organizational Skills: Detail-oriented, resourceful, and able to meet deadlines consistently.

Teamwork & Collaboration: Works well in multidisciplinary teams and contributes effectively to group projects.

Problem-Solving: Ability to troubleshoot research challenges and adapt to evolving study needs.

Independence: Self-starter capable of working with minimal supervision. Professionalism: Maintains a professional appearance and demeanor; relates well to all organizational levels

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position is based in a clean, comfortable office setting equipped with standard office tools for documentation and data entry. Work will be predominantly in-person at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Hospital in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, and surrounding areas, with occasional opportunities for remote tasks as research needs allow. The position may require evening or weekend hours to accommodate urgent study needs, participant scheduling, or critical project deadlines.

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more - so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• 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

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation's largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.