Clinical Research Assistant - Department of Ophthalmology

University of South Florida•Tampa, FL

1d•$21 - $26

About The Position

The Clinical Research Assistant supports clinical research activities, including participant recruitment and enrollment, collecting patient information, completing case report forms, and data entry. This is a pre-entry role on the Clinical Research Coordinator career path. The position receives moderate supervision, handles basic issues, and refers more complex issues to higher-level staff. Work is semi-routine and includes collecting and entering data and collaborating with the study coordinator to help ensure accuracy and integrity in strict adherence to study protocols. The role requires basic computer skills and familiarity with web-based applications. The position is grant-funded and is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Basic computer skills and experience with web-based applications.
Must meet all U.S. employment eligibility requirements; the position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Ophthalmology photography experience.

Responsibilities

Assist the study team and Principal Investigator, Sub-Investigator, and/or research team in evaluating potential research participants.
Assist with screening, enrollment, and retention of study participants at the site.
Schedule participant site visits and maintain records.
Assist Clinical Research Coordinators and the site study team with recording participant data at each visit according to the research protocol.
Assist with implementing procedures and activities for assigned study protocols.
Participate in coordinating, preparing, and conducting site monitoring visits, audits, and inspections.
Collect vital signs and assist the study coordinator with patient visits at the site.
Collect study specimens according to protocol, which may include phlebotomy, processing, and preparation for shipping.
Perform clinical trial data entry.
Assist with site quality assurance and track regulatory submissions.
Perform other duties as assigned.