Clinical Research Technician

MMGE - HEREDITARY GENOMICS DIV (IN-HGN-IUINA)

One of the first human genetics departments in the country, the Department of Medical and Molecular Genetics at IU School of Medicine has a rich history of training geneticists and genetic counselors and providing genetic consultation and counseling services. Currently ranked 5th in the nation among Genetics Departments for NIH Funding, received in 2023, the department contributes to the understanding of numerous genetic conditions through the integration of basic research in genetic and genomic mechanisms, translational research in disease models, and clinical trials in rare and common genetic diseases.

• Assists with functions of the biorepository by completing tasks that include, but not limited to, data entry, data QC, kit request fulfillment, sample tracking, and site correspondence.

• Assists in the conduct of clinical research studies or trials following established protocols and standard operating procedures.
• Assists with identifying and recruiting subjects for clinical research studies or trials; calls/schedules subjects for appointments per protocol; performs screening, consenting and interviewing/data collection in adherence with the assigned study protocol and in accordance with good clinical principals; collects patient consent and authorization for treatment intervention documents and performs those interventions as needed.
• Conducts routine experiments and/or coordinates research study procedures in accordance with SOPs; receives, collects, and records study data in database; communicates and keeps researchers and/or PI up-to-date on any problems or concerns related to the research study or trial; may be responsible for collecting clinical samples (such as blood, sample tissue, etc.) for research including any storage measures.
• Assists with advertising and other information for participant recruitment; assists in developing and sharing educational and informational resources with subjects and families.
• Ensures proper documentation of Case Report Forms, regulatory documents, PI notes, and any other mandatory study-related documents and ensures quality and accuracy; archives documents for study per sponsor, government and institutional requirements; keeps accurate records and provides necessary documents for regulatory audits.
• Maintains and manages inventory and research study supplies; may be responsible for facilitating disbursement of study participant payments.
• Provides various additional research study support (such as protocol research in medical library/online databases, summarizing literature reviews for study hypothesis, grant preparation, manuscript review/editing, literature searches, and/or transcription).
• Stays up-to-date on regulatory affairs and/or clinical research best practices by attending continuing education classes, conferences, seminars, and project team meetings.

• Bachelor's degree in science or health-related field with little or no prior work experience. OR
• Bachelor's degree in any field. OR
• Associate's degree in allied health profession and 1 year of patient-related or research experience. OR
• 3 years of college-level science and 2 years patient-related or research experience. OR
• High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED) and 5 years patient-related or research experience that includes 2 years of experience with clinical studies.

• Biorepository experience

Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.

• Proficient communication skills.
• Maintains a high degree of professionalism.
• Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills.
• Demonstrates a high commitment to quality.
• Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment.
• Highly thorough and dependable.

The role regularly requires the ability to effectively communicate. The role frequently requires the ability to move about the work environment and to position oneself to operate laboratory equipment effectively. The role requires the ability to move objects weighing up to 25 pounds and will occasionally work near moving mechanical parts. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.

This position is grant funded with expected annual renewals. Renewals are contingent on the availability of grant funds.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

IU Indianapolis

This position is eligible to work a hybrid schedule (mix between remote and in-person work), subject to change in the future based on university policy and business needs.

$40,000.00 per year to $45,000.00 per year based upon experience and internal equity within the department.

• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
• Health savings account with generous IU…