Clinical Research Assistant I, Neurology Department - Dr. Vernino Lab

UT Southwestern Medical Center•Dallas, TX

About The Position

The Clinical Research Assistant will support clinical research activities in the autonomic disorders section (Vernino's Lab) while working closely with one or more clinical research coordinators. Clinical research involves interacting with patients who are part of IRB-approved research or who are considering joining such studies. Under the direction of the principal investigator(s) and study coordinator(s), the research assistant will have the following duties Contact patients who have either been referred for research or have expressed an interest in research, explain the research studies to the patient, and help to schedule screening visits. Collect data directly from the research participants or from their medical records and assist participants with completing research questionnaires following the research study protocols Enter and verify data in secure online research databases Assist the study coordinators by processing and transporting research samples, escorting study participants to research procedures or other research study activities. JOB SUMMARY Works under the direction of an Investigator(s) with general supervision, to primarily provide ongoing data management for local and national research studies. May coordinate observational (non-treatment) studies.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
(BLS) BASIC LIFE SUPPORT may be required based on research study protocols or affiliate location requirements.
(CPRAED) CPR AED may be required based on affiliate location requirements

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree, preferable in a science field
Computer skills including Office suite and ability to learn new computer applications
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skills with patients of diverse backgrounds
Ability to multitask and work on several projects simultaneously
Excellent customer service skills
Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Responsibilities

Enters data into case report forms or other data collection system 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, inclusion/exclusion criteria and protocol requirements for routine and low complexity trials (e.g., questionnaire, data registry, scripted); 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). This may include reportable events (UPIRSO).
Reviews and abstracts information from medical records including eligibility criteria.
Recruits and enrolls patients in research study that may include consenting patients after training and with supervision.
Assists with ordering and maintaining research supplies following university/department procedures, ensuring that equipment is in good working order.
With adequate training and supervision, assists with collecting and processing specimens following established procedures/protocols.
Assists in preparing studies for closeout, (e.g. packing files, documenting files for storage, shipping extra supplies back to sponsor).
With adequate training/credentialing and supervision, performs study procedures such as phlebotomy, vital signs, and EKG's needed for research study.
Based on research study, other procedures/equipment/services may be required. Duties performed may include one or more of the following core functions: a) Directly interacting with or caring for patients; b) Directly interacting with or caring for human-subjects research participants; c) Regularly maintaining, modifying, releasing or similarly affecting patient records (including patient financial records); or d) Regularly maintaining, modifying, releasing or similarly affecting human-subjects research records.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
100%25 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

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