Clinical Research Assistant; Department of Surgery

Position Highlights

Dr. Craig Weinkauf, Department of Surgery, is seeking a Clinical Research Assistant to assist with his research project, Carotid Artery Atherosclerosis Contributions to Cognitive Impairment and Alzheimer's Disease Risk. The project includes working with patients and advanced MRI techniques as well as other brain and vascular imaging techniques.

The applicant should have great people skills, be highly self-motivated, hard‑working, and be able to communicate well in English. Communication skills in Spanish is a preferred qualification. Preference will be given to applicants with an undergraduate degree in English, Psychology or Scientific fields, prior experience working with adults over 50 years old, and those looking to work 2+ years on this research project.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more! The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work–life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocation services, please .

• Collaborate with lab members on research to understand how vascular disease affects cognition and risk for dementia.
• Assist principal investigator in developing clinical trial protocols; provide clinical enrollment of patients in Dr. Weinkauf's research trial; responsible for completing intake for patients and meeting IRB requirements including calling patients and meeting with them to discuss requirements for study and serve as patient resource for concerns and provide information; assist with patient follow‑up calls and appointments.
• Compile data/collection, and assist in preliminary analysis; maintain research database, assist senior lab members with writing summary reports and report findings to investigator; assist senior lab members in the development of written operating procedures for clinical trial; assist senior lab members with submitting required documentation to IRB.
• Maintain and order supplies; assist with training of new team members, including students and junior lab members.
• May assist on related research studies within the assigned lab, based on project needs and principal investigator direction. Will be trained to do simple brain and carotid imaging, neurocognitive testing.

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 equivalent.
• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant work experience.

FLSA:
Non‑Exempt. Full Time/Part Time:
Full Time. Number of Hours Worked per Week: 40. Job FTE: 1.0. Work Calendar:
Fiscal. Job Category:
Research. Benefits Eligible:
Yes - Full Benefits. Rate of Pay: $18.15 - $22.69 hourly rate. Grade:
4. Compensation Guidance:
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Career Stream and Level: OC3. Job Family:
Clinical Research. Job Function:
Research. Type of criminal background check required:
Name-based criminal background check (non‑security sensitive). Number of Vacancies:
1. Target Hire Date: 2/20/2026. Expected End Date: (not specified). Contact Information for Candidates:
Casandra Sanchez, casandrasanchez. Open Date: 2/20/2026. Open Until Filled:
Yes. Documents Needed to Apply:
Resume and Cover Letter. Special Instructions to Applicant: (not…