Clinical Research Assistant

Clinical Research Assistant

General Summary of Position

Under the direct supervision of the Manager the Clinical Research Assistant will support the facilitation and conduct of departmental clinical research efforts and support the clinical research team by performing a variety of research database and administrative duties in support of clinical trials to ensure adherence to protocols and quality of information received. Required to enter study and/or research participant data into the Clinical Trial Management System (CTMS) as applicable.

• Assists the clinical research team with Institutional Review Board (IRB) submissions as applicable and ensures the appropriate delegation of study related tasks (i.e. Delegation of Authority).
• On-site support of scheduling research participant visits; calls or sends reminders to research participants for scheduled visits.
• Accurately updates and maintains data entries into case report forms (CRFs) and the Clinical Trial Management System (CTMS) within one (1) business day; incorporates applicable source documents (e.g. surgical reports, pathology reports, medical history).
• Obtains and records ancillary service reports (e.g. x-ray, pathology, ECG, laboratory); completes all required clinical trial data fields as applicable and addresses all queries and clarifications; upholds data integrity in a high-quality, reliable, and statistically sound manner; completes and submits case report forms as close to real time as possible.
• Collects, processes, and ships biospecimens and/or materials as applicable and according to each protocol; maintains current Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) training regarding Bloodborne Pathogens.
• Maintains International Air and Transportation Association (IATA) training for routine packaging, labeling, and transporting of biological materials; maintains supply inventory (e.g. lab kits) and provides general support to the clinical research team including ordering and distributing non-drug clinical trial supplies.
• Assists the clinical research team in the preparation and on-site support of sponsor visits; works effectively with multidisciplinary ancillary and inter-professional research teams; possesses a basic understanding of scientific center goals and the importance of serving our customers.

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Associate degree or an allied health professional degree preferred

• Prior work experience not required
• 2 years experience in a related field preferred
• Experience managing multiple priorities preferred

• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic computer skills preferred.

USD $18.70 - $32.72 /Hr.

Not Applicable

Full-time

Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

Hospitals and Health Care