Research Assistant- Clinical Trials Office

Overview

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Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values make Augusta University an institution like no other. Augusta University's distinct characteristics in education and research include real-world experiences and community engagement, as well as a culture of building community, corporate and government partnerships that address health, security, economic and societal concerns locally and across the state.

Job : 294179

Location: Augusta University

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary

This position will complete data entry, handle biohazards, schedule study visits, perform office duties, audit and travel.

• Data entry into Microsoft Excel or Access, may also include data abstraction from the electronic medical record into an electronic data capture system. May be required to learn the electronic medical record system.
• Check temperatures of the freezers and refrigerators and maintain an accurate log.
• Orient new research assistants.
• Ship blood or specimens in accordance to regulations. Learn how to handle biohazard materials.
• Screen eligible patients in the electronic medical record system. Answer office telephone. Maintain a study file or binder.
• Schedule future study visits. If trained, accurately measure height, weight, and vital signs in the clinic. If trained, safely draw blood for study laboratories.
• On certain occasions, may be asked to report during weekends or even after working hours. Help other personnel if needed.
• Run errands in the office, the university and the hospital. Able to maintain patient confidentiality. Work with students in the conduct of a study.
• If needed, will be trained in aseptic techniques in the Operating Room but limited only according to the research protocol. Might travel to an outside health facility. Audit other research assistants. Properly store study medications.

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, cell biology or other natural, life, health care or materials science directly related to the research area to which the position is assigned and experience in a research, basic science or clinical setting particularly clinical trials research. OR Associate degree from an accredited college or university in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, cell biology or other natural, life, health care or materials science directly related to the research area to which the position is assigned and a minimum of three years' experience in a research, basic science or clinical setting particularly clinical trials research.

Databases, operating systems, spreadsheets & BLS.

Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases or willingness to learn.

• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and prioritization skills.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to use sound judgement and work independently.
• Ability to remember protocols, listen and work on feet for the majority of the day.

Shift: Days;
Monday - Friday (Work outside of normal business hours may be required).

Salary: $17.88-$18.75 per hour.

Pay Band: B5

Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position.

Recruitment Period:
Until Filled.

Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to…