Clinical Research Assistant
About The Position
The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. SUMMARY: This individual will be an integral member of the research team in compliance with all regulatory, institutional, and departmental requirements. The candidate will participate in all research study related activities and quality assurance of data for the projects that will come out of The Adult Reconstruction and Joint Replacement Service - Periprosthetic Joint Infection Thematic Area. The candidate will play an integral role in day-to-day research activities and patient coordination; ensuring efficient operations.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree required
- Prior research experience
- Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice and Good Technology Practice
- Excellent communication skills
- Proficient use of computers and software (specifically Microsoft based tools)
Nice To Haves
- Prior Epic experience, preferred
- Prior hospital experience
- Knowledge of Orthopaedic and/or Rheumatologic terminology is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the synchronization of research activities under the direction of the Director and serves as a liaison between the clinicians, research staff, and other research assistants.
- Provide overall administrative & study specific support for research activities including but not limited to: providing timely reports to Director, Institutional Review Board, Principal Investigator, National Institutes of Health and/or sponsor for each research project as well as participating stakeholders.
- This position will contribute to Arthroplasty research through: -Literature reviews -Data collection & entry -The development and build of Clinical Research Forms -Recruitment process (conducts informed consent process for low risk prospective studies) -Assures that research is done in an accurate, efficient manner while following all GCP guidelines.
- Ensures that all research related regulatory, institutional, and departmental compliance requirements are met as appropriate.
- Facilitates completion of all internal documentation needed for research (IRB applications, conflict of interest forms, data collection forms, etc.)
- Assists in patient care coordination by assuring the completion of research specific protocols integrate well with the patient’s clinical episode of care if the protocol requires
- Maintains and enhances professional growth through participation in seminars, research meetings, ARJR and CJRC grand rounds, and internal training sessions to keep abreast of trends in the field of Arthroplasty research.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
