Clin Trials Rsrch Asst​/Data Mg - ICTS Coordinator Core

The clinical trial research assistant/ data manager will be an integral member of the research team in the I nstitute for C linical and T ranslational S cience (ICTS) Coordinator Core. This position will provide research support by performing activities which are vitally important to establish the research core for the ICTS, as well as to grow and foster innovation through research support endeavors.

The clinical trial research assistant/ data manager will apply clinical skills to administer, deliver, and evaluate research protocols.

• Perform clinical/health care research activities in various departments.
• Screen, recruit, enroll and obtain informed consent for clinical research activities.
• Assist in the design, development, execution, administration and maintenance of protocols and clinical studies and provide input into descriptions of complex research procedures.
• Assist patients with problems related to protocol.
• Assist in the design, development, execution, administration and maintenance of protocols and clinical studies and provide input into descriptions of complex research procedures.
• Assist patients with problems related to protocol.
• Manage and organize regulatory documentation.
• Prepare regulatory submissions.
• Conduct literature reviews and maintain citation database.
• Pull data reports from qualitative data management software.
• Participate in preparation of grant applications for extramural funding.
• Provide assistance with tracking and reconciling grant/trial budget free balances and identify opportunities to ensure that grant funding is being used as intended and awarded.

For a full job description, please send an e-mail to the contact listed below.

About ICTS: The Institute for Clinical and Translational Science (ICTS) at the University of Iowa was approved by the Iowa Board of Regents in 2007 to support the work of investigators involved in clinical and translational science. Our mission is to accelerate translational science through programs to develop the translational workforce, to promote engagement of community members and other stakeholders, to promote research integration across the lifespan, and to catalyze innovative clinical and translational research.

These efforts will lead to the development of novel therapies and healthcare delivery strategies, the integration of translational research and clinical practice, and, ultimately to measurable improvements in the health of Iowa and the nation.

Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans

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Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Working knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) in research.

Ability to work nights and weekends.

Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel.

• Basic (6 months - 1 year) of clinical research experience.
• Educational background in public health or experience participating in public health research projects.
• Previous experience writing manuscripts for publication.
• Experience with REDCap, Epic, ICart, I-CTMS, and ACCESS.
• Previous experience in data collection and entry.
• Experience in processing research regulatory documents.
• The ability to work independently.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to perform detail-oriented work.

Successful candidates will be required to self
-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.

This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.

• Appointment Type:
  Professional and Scientific
• Schedule:
  
  Full-time
• Work Modality Options:
  On Campus

The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, or associational preferences.

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