Clinical Research Assistant III - Department of Surgery

Position Description:

Purpose

Assist clinical research coordinators by providing administrative and data collection support for clinical research studies conducted in the Department of Surgery. Enter clinical data into national registries required for maintaining program accreditation.

Primary Functions

* Under direction of the study coordinator or principal investigator, conduct research activities to include scheduling study participant visits, administering surveys, and collecting research data.

* Coordinate patient visits to clinic. Organize study participant charts and files, and distribute to appropriate location.

* Coordinate research related projects such as mailings, participant contact information, patient visits and focus groups

* Collect samples from patients as needed. Process and transport samples as directed.

* Collect required data from the electronic health record. Code and enter onto clinical research forms and/or computerized database.

* Maintain log of stipends/gift cards distributed to study participants. Verify accuracy of bills and stipends.

* Provide general clerical support to coordinators and investigators. Compose letters to study participants.

* Provide writing and editorial assistance in the preparation of grants, manuscripts and other study related reports. Assist with the creation of brochures, flyers and educational materials. Conduct literature searches.

Knowledge - Skills - Abilities

Knowledge of biology, chemistry, mathematics, documentation, and records management. Data utilization, complex problem solving, critical thinking, resource management, and writing skills.

Preferred Schedule:

Position Requirements:

Specifications

Appropriate experience may be substituted for education on an equivalent basis

Minimum Required Education: High School Diploma

Minimum Required Experience: 3 years

Preferred Education: Bachelor's Degree

Preferred Experience:

Field: STEM, healthcare

Certification: CITI training within 90 days of hire

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