Clinical Research Assistant; Part Time; Surgery

Clinical Research Assistant (Part Time) (Surgery)

Posting Number: req
24892

Department:
Surgery

Location:

University of Arizona Health Sciences
1501 N. Campbell Avenue, Tucson, AZ 85724 USA

The Department of Surgery, Division of Trauma, Critical Care, Burns, and Emergency Surgery, seeks a Clinical Research Assistant to support trauma clinical research. This position will require evening and weekend availability. We are seeking candidates to serve as Clinical Study Research Assistants for trials that will provide 24/7 direct observation and data collection to screen and enroll participants in hemorrhage control, resuscitation, spinal cord injury, surgical site infections, traumatic brain injury, and related areas.

The Clinical Research Assistant will work closely with the manager to facilitate the trial by screening, recording interventions, obtaining labs, completing case report forms, assisting with query resolution, and interviewing and scheduling study participants for follow-up.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; state retirement plan; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocation services, .

• Screen and evaluate potential study participants for eligibility.
• Complete and maintain case report forms and participant binders, ensuring consents are current.
• Enter study data into the electronic database accurately and in a timely manner.
• Monitor patients throughout the clinical pathway (trauma, OR, IR, ICU, clinic) to ensure protocol adherence.
• Notify Trauma Research Manager of any protocol issues or concerns.
• Coordinate required lab testing and scheduling with Banner lab in collaboration with the Trauma Research Manager.
• Attend site visits and contribute to additional duties or projects as assigned.
• Explain the study, obtain consent, and enroll participants.

Knowledge, Skill & Abilities:

• Ability to perform assigned duties independently under minimal supervision, guided by general objectives and expectations.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

• High school diploma or high school diploma equivalency is required.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Casandra Sanchez | casandrasanchez