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Ahtna, Inc.

Paralegal/Paralegal Sr - AI

Anchorage, AK · On-site

$86K - $106K/yr

Perform or assist with the performance of the following team tasks and functions: Paralegal related ... Locate and interview witnesses; conduct investigations and documentary research. * Research and ...

Colonial Williamsburg

Paralegal

Williamsburg, VA · On-site

... documentary research. The Historic Area is staffed by highly trained, historically dressed ... support and assist the General Counsel and other members of the Legal team. Main Duties ...

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As of Jun 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for documentary research assistant in the United States is $24.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $27.64 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Documentary Research Assistant should possess strong research, organizational, and fact-checking skills, often supported by a degree in journalism, film studies, history, or a related field. Familiarity with research databases, archival tools, and citation management software is typically required, though formal certifications are less common. Excellent attention to detail, time management, and effective written and verbal communication skills are valuable soft skills that set candidates apart. Together, these abilities ensure that research is accurate, efficiently conducted, and seamlessly integrated into the documentary production process.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Documentary Research Assistant?

As a Documentary Research Assistant, your day-to-day tasks often include sourcing and verifying information, conducting interviews, locating archival footage or documents, and preparing detailed research notes for producers and editors. You may also help clear rights for media usage, organize materials for production teams, and summarize complex topics in accessible formats. Tasks can vary depending on the stage of production and the subject matter, so adaptability is key. This role requires close collaboration with directors, writers, and editors to ensure accuracy and consistency throughout the documentary project.

What is a Documentary Research Assistant job?

A Documentary Research Assistant helps gather, verify, and organize information for documentary films or projects. They conduct research using archives, databases, interviews, and other sources to ensure accuracy and depth in storytelling. Their responsibilities may include fact-checking, sourcing visual or audio materials, and summarizing key findings for producers and directors. This role requires strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

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Clinical Research Mgr

Clinical Research Mgr

University of New Mexico

Albuquerque, NM • On-site

Other

Posted 6 days ago

University Of New Mexico rating

8.5

Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

Based on 54 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

65th of 535 rated colleges and universities

Job description

The Department ofInternal Medicine Clinical Trials Unit (CTU) at UNM seeks a ClinicalResearch Manager for regulatory compliance. This position will workclosely with the Manager of Clinical Research Operations, Research Nurses,Research Coordinators, CTU Medical Directors and Internal Medicine Principalinvestigators in developing guidelines for clinical research trials, andensuring documentary compliance to federal, local, and Universitypolicies. This position requires a firm understanding ofgood clinical and community practices in conducting research, in accordancewith established study protocols and in accordance with federal, local, andinstitutional policies and guidelines for clinical trials.  Additionally,the position requires experience with the process of the application, start up,and maintenance of NIH funded clinical trials and will need stronginterpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to work effectivelywith a variety of university departments, health care providers, fundingagencies, university researchers and collaborating private industries. 

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Provide technical support, review materials for submission, develop processes and guidelines for research projects.
  • Maintain HuronIRB and Third party Central IRBs, including initial submissions, continuing reviews, all modifications that can include updating study documents, study team list, RNIs, etc. for all studies supported by the CTU.
  • Provide advice and guidance to research investigators and personnel with regards to preparation and submission of new studies including the creation of site level consent forms, local protocols, and other documentation necessary to ensure compliance with human subject protections in biomedical and clinical research.
  • Collaborate with Principal Investigators (PIs) to assist with questions and concerns regarding research which include the creation and review of consent forms, protocols and other compliance items with human subject protections in biomedical and clinical research.
  • Act as a point of contact for up-to-date understanding of Federal, State, and University laws, regulations, and guidelines for research studies. 

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