Clinical Research Assistant (HS)

Clinical Research Assistant to provide assistance in support of clinical research studies being conducted in the Department of Emergency Medicine at multiple sites; participates in the recruitment of study participants; collects and provides relevant data to be used in assessing eligibility of patients for participation in protocols; assists with administration of informed consent process; assists with cognitive testing both clinically and for research visits; assists principal investigator (PI) and sub-investigator with continuity of care of study patients during and between clinic visits; assists with collection, entering, maintenance and reporting of clinical research data; assists with analysis and interpretation of research data; enters protocol, medical history, and demographic information abstracted from patient charts into appropriate data capturing system; enters patient clinical data into electronic medical record system; reviews data and progress notes with research specialists, clinical research coordinators, principal investigators and sponsor agencies as appropriate; composes and responds to correspondence from principal investigators; prepares appropriate protocol files for data audits; assists with development of data collection plan and forms for new research protocols; prepares summaries of research results for protocol evaluation, abstract and manuscripts; other responsibilities as assigned by PI or Clinical Research Manager. Work efforts are on a varied scheduled including evenings and weekends.

Minimum Education Required: Bachelor's Level Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience with a Major in biological sciences.

Required Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in biological sciences, health sciences, or life sciences required or equivalent combination of education and experience; experience in a clinical research capacity desired; computer skills required with knowledge of database software applications desired; experience performing basic laboratory procedures to process biological specimens and collection of vital signs desired. Requires successful completion of a background check; qualified candidates may be asked to complete a pre-employment physical, including a drug screen.