Research Assistant/Research Specialist

Overview

Job Title: Research Assistant/Research Specialist (GS5-GS7) – Puget Sound NODES
Location: Seattle, WA, with potential travel to local VA community-based clinics and the American Lake
Campus.
Overview: This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a variety of research studies at VA Puget Sound. The
Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Cooperative Studies Program (CSP) is a nationally renowned program
that produces innovative solutions for Veteran and national healthcare problems through multi-site research
studies. The Puget Sound NODES is one of 21 national centers within the CSP.
Key Duties:
 Participate in all aspects of conducting clinical research under the direction of the NODES Research
Program Manager and Local Site Investigators. This can include: screening and recruiting potential
study participants, obtaining informed consent, enrollment, randomization, scheduling research
appointments, data collection, conducting study procedures, administering study surveys, collecting
and processing biospecimens, reporting study adverse events/side effects, and completing appropriate
study documentation; both in-person and over the telephone.
 Prepare study materials, including: regulatory paperwork, informed consent documents, case report
forms (CRFs), enrollment logs, participant reimbursements, and drug/device accountability logs.
 Assist in the development and implementation of clinical research standard operating procedures and
policies.
 Attend local and national study meetings as required.
 Provide back-up coverage for study team members on planned or unexpected leave.
 Assist with various tasks to support the NODES program, such as:
o Creation of the local NODES Newsletter
o Scheduling meetings and preparing agendas
o Special projects and workgroups both locally and nationally
o Facilitating purchase orders for supplies
o The hiring and onboarding process for new hires
o Research outreach events
 Perform other related duties as outlined in research protocols and as assigned.
Qualifications:
Required:
 BA/BS or higher degree in a scientific or health-related field
 Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate with a diverse group
of researchers and staff
 Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
 Solid problem-solving and critical thinking skills
 Excellent time management skills
 Ability to adapt to changing priorities and timelines
 Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Preferred:
 Human subjects research experience
 Experience working with underserved and/or Veteran populations
Additional Information: There may be travel opportunities for national CSP research meetings and to
regional sites. Candidates must be US citizens. Depending on the candidate’s experience, the target salary will
be GS5-GS7 according to the Office of Personnel Management General Schedule table at opm.gov.
Please send a cover letter and resume to Julieann.Marshall@VA.Gov. Applications will be accepted until the
position is filled; however, materials received by 10/29/2026 will be considered first.
For more information about CSP, please visit Network of Dedicated Enrollment Sites (NODES) – VA
Cooperative Studies Program (CSP).