Clinical Research Assistant I, Neurology

UT Southwestern Medical Center • Dallas, TX

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About The Position

The Clinical Research Assistant I will work under the direction of an Investigator(s) with general supervision, primarily providing ongoing data management for local and national research studies. The role involves recruiting Mandarin speaking older adults from an affordable housing community to participate in a pilot study aimed at addressing loneliness and preventing cognitive decline. After receiving training, the assistant will facilitate group interactions and conduct assessments at baseline and follow-up timepoints.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Fluency in both English and Mandarin (Able to speak, write, and understand fluently)

Nice To Haves

• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification may be required based on research study protocols or affiliate location requirements.
• CPR AED certification may be required based on affiliate location requirements.

Responsibilities

• Enters data into case report forms or other data collection systems based on research study.
• Assists with maintenance of study level documentation.
• Assists with data queries and possible edits for accuracy.
• Compiles data for regulatory requirements and/or deadlines for local or sponsor submissions.
• Maintains existing databases and ensures data integrity.
• Understands visit schedules, criteria, and protocol requirements for routine and low complexity trials.
• Schedules research visits.
• Assists research staff by completing research protocol related tasks.
• Assists with preparing annual reports and/or modifications to institutional review board (IRB).
• Reviews and abstracts information from medical records including eligibility criteria.
• Recruits and enrolls patients in research study, including consenting patients after training and with supervision.
• Assists with ordering and maintaining research supplies following university/department procedures.
• With adequate training and supervision, assists with collecting and processing specimens following established procedures/protocols.
• Assists in preparing studies for closeout.
• With adequate training/credentialing and supervision, performs study procedures such as phlebotomy, vital signs, and EKG's needed for research study.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare - no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees