Clinical Research Assistant I, Simmons Cancer Center

UT Southwestern Medical Center•Dallas, TX

About The Position

Works under the direction of one or more Investigators with general supervision, primarily providing ongoing data management for local and national research studies. The position may coordinate observational (non-treatment) studies and supports routine, low-complexity trials and other research activities. Duties may involve direct interaction with patients or human-subjects research participants and maintaining patient or research records.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
BLS (Basic Life Support) may be required based on research study protocols or affiliate location requirements.
CPR AED may be required based on affiliate location requirements.

Responsibilities

Enters data into case report forms or other study data-collection systems and assists with maintaining study documentation.
Assists with data queries and edits to support accuracy.
Compiles data for regulatory requirements and deadlines for local or sponsor submissions.
Maintains existing databases and ensures data integrity.
Understands visit schedules, eligibility criteria, and protocol requirements for routine, low-complexity trials; schedules research visits.
Completes research protocol-related tasks to assist research staff.
Assists with annual reports and modifications to the Institutional Review Board (IRB), potentially including reportable events (UPIRSO).
Reviews and abstracts medical-record information, including eligibility criteria.
Recruits and enrolls patients in research studies and may obtain consent after training and with supervision.
Orders and maintains research supplies according to university and department procedures and ensures equipment is in good working order.
With adequate training and supervision, assists with collecting and processing specimens according to established procedures and protocols.
Assists with study closeout, such as packing files, documenting files for storage, and shipping extra supplies back to the sponsor.
With adequate training, credentialing, and supervision, performs study procedures such as phlebotomy, vital signs, and EKGs; other procedures, equipment, or services may be required depending on the 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 with 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.
On-site childcare.
Paid holidays.
Opportunities for career growth and development.