Research Associate- MCG- Clinical Trials Office

Research Associate – MCG – Clinical Trials Office

Job : 297607

Location: Augusta University

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary:

The Research Associate will support the overall functioning of the Clinical Trials Office (CTO), which assists with physician‑initiated, grant‑funded, and industry‑sponsored clinical trials.

• Recruit new study participants, including screening and randomization.
• Manage study documents, regulatory files, data entry, and assist with unfunded or investigator‑initiated studies.
• Develop enrollment strategies, schedule pre‑site visits, site initiation visits, study start‑up visits, and monitoring visits.
• Respond promptly to correspondence, adjust daily schedules, and coordinate care with investigators and other departments.
• Keep investigators informed of patient conditions and support adverse event handling, workflow changes, and study amendments.
• Act as patient advocates, schedule follow‑up appointments, perform required laboratory and other tests, and manage specimen collection, processing, storage, and inventory.
• Maintain FDA, sponsor, and institutional review board documentation; obtain and preserve complete source documentation.
• Complete case report forms accurately and timely; input data into sponsor’s EDC, AU OnCore, and financial console systems.
• Assist with audit preparation and respond to internal audits from the AU IRB Office.
• Communicate clearly and professionally, handling sensitive patient data.
• Attend meetings, computer trainings, and workshops as requested.
• Work flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, nights, weekends, and up to two weeks on call per month.
• Perform other job‑related duties as assigned.

• Master’s degree in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, cell biology, or a related natural, life, healthcare, or materials science field and research experience, or
• Bachelor’s degree in one of the same fields with a minimum of three years of research and/or clinical experience.

• Completion of Citi Program (Learner group 1 FDA regulated research).
• CCRC, CCRA, or CCRP certification.
• BLS certification.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and other relevant software/databases.
• Detail‑oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Capability to work early/late hours, nights, weekends, and up to two weeks on call per month.

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

Salary: $45,400 – $46,200 annually.

Pay Band: B8.

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications within the established range.

Recruitment Period:
Until Filled.

Benefits include health, dental, and life insurance;
Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan); earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays. Full‑time employees eligible after 6 months may be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program.

All selected candidates must pass a background check before starting. Depending on duties, a credit check, purchase card approval, and motor vehicle reports may be required.

Faculty candidates must provide proof of completed degree(s) and post‑secondary coursework; foreign‑trained candidates must provide a credential evaluation.

All employees must adhere to cybersecurity and privacy policies and maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.

This position promotes a customer‑friendly environment and provides superior service to patients, students, faculty, and employees.

Augusta University is a tobacco‑free environment; use of any tobacco products on campus is prohibited.

Augusta University is an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

Consider applying with us today! Candidates should tailor resumes to highlight relevant experience and skills. For further assistance, contact 706‑721‑9365.