Assistant Clinical Research

Versiti, Inc.•Milwaukee, WI

About The Position

Under the direction of department leadership, Assistant, Clinical Research is responsible for handling a variety of administrative tasks associated with research studies including processing specimens, entering data, maintaining files, etc. Proficiently performs phlebotomy, apheresis, collection of blood products and other biomaterials, and the protocols or studies under which subjects are consented and collected. Ensures a customer focused approach is implemented and systematically analyzes customer requests and information while adhering to all applicable compliance requirements. This position is responsible for handling these clearly delineated tasks/projects as delegated by and with guidance from department leadership.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required
Good customer service and interpersonal skills, including verbal and written communication skills. required
Ability to work effectively with study subjects and sponsors, investigators, health care workers, and collaborating professionals. Familiarity with regulations associated with human subject research preferred. required
Effective organizational, prioritization, and problem-solving skills with the ability to meet stringent deadlines. required
Attention to detail to ensure accuracy of data related to laboratory results, subject health history, and data collection and reporting. Takes pride in and is committed to delivering high quality data required
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products such as, Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and Outlook. Typing skills required to prepare business correspondence and reports with speed and accuracy. Proficiency with data entry. required
Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle required
Works cooperatively and is a supportive member of the team required
Acquires job skills and learns company policies and procedures to complete routine tasks. Typically encounters repetitive situations requiring choice of things learned. Asks questions as needed required

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree preferred
Experience in a health care or research setting preferred
Familiarity with regulations associated with human subject research preferred.

Responsibilities

Collects biospecimens using a variety of methods, including phlebotomy with or without automation, for use in research and further manufacturing.
Uses independent judgement to adjust processes to optimize efficiency and accommodate specific requirements for a wide variety of contract collections and/or specific research protocols (including processing, labeling, storage and shipments).
Organize, prioritize, problem solve and accurately complete project tasks and responsibilities so that the critical project goals and timelines that are inherent in research studies are met
Under general supervision, may process specimens as directed which may include receiving, storing, shipping, tracking, collection, and/or specified technical procedures
Completes a variety of administrative tasks to support the research team, such as scheduling visits, handling telephones and voicemail, lab walk-throughs, errands, etc.
Communicates effectively with team members, health care workers, collaborating professionals, Principal Investigators, etc.
Assists the department leadership in day-to-day operations of the project(s)
Completes thorough, accurate and timely data entry
Maintains thorough, accurate and current files
Assists the department leadership with meeting and event set-up tasks as assigned
Maintains confidentiality of all subject-related records including written and verbal communications
Completes all projects and tasks in an accurate, thorough, and timely manner to meet project goals and communicates any concerns or questions to department leadership
Participates in process improvement activities
Attends and contributes to meetings
Provides effective input into team project planning and problem solving
Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties in this job classification
Understands and performs in accordance with all applicable regulatory and compliance requirements
Complies with all standard operating policies and procedures