Clinical Research Assistant - Oncology

The Ohio State University

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Clinical Research Assistant will support the Clinical Trials Office within the Comprehensive Cancer Center at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. This is a primarily computer-based, non-patient-facing role focused on clinical research support, including data entry, data management, and other operational activities essential to the coordination of clinical trials. The position also provides valuable foundational experience in clinical research and can serve as a pathway toward future progression into patient-facing roles. Applying to this posting will allow you to be considered for multiple Clinical Research Assistant opportunities within the Clinical Trials Office. Positions may be available across various locations, including the OSU Main Medical Campus, James Outpatient Care, The Stefanie Spielman Comprehensive Breast Center, Martha Morehouse Outpatient Care, and the Mill Run Gynecologic Oncology Clinic. Specific openings may vary over time, and applicants will be matched to appropriate roles as they become available.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in biological sciences, health sciences, social sciences, or other related field, or an equivalent combination of education & experience required.
• Experience with human subjects training in a clinical research capacity or setting desired
• Experience in a clinical and/or research setting working with patients desired
• Computer skills required with experience using Microsoft Office Software applications desired
• Must be able to effectively communicate, both face-to-face and in writing, with clinical staff, research participants, and outside collaborators.
• As the Clinical Trials Office continues to grow and expand with the opening of new facilities, employees may be required to travel between locations within the greater Columbus region.
• Flexibility and adaptability are important, as staff may support studies at multiple sites based on operational needs.
• The university will not sponsor work visas for this position.

Responsibilities

• Review medical records and assist with data extraction, entry, and submission
• Assist with participant recruitment, screening, scheduling and conducting visits
• Assist with data quality control
• Assist with scheduling and conducting monitoring visits and query resolution
• Request medical records and images
• Assist with bio-specimen processing and tissue requests
• Schedule patients for research appointments
• Perform other duties as assigned by project leader or management

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level