Clinical Research Assistant
About The Position
The Temple University’s Lewis Katz School of Medicine’s Center for Neural Development and Repair is searching for a Clinical Research Assistant to join our team! Become a part of the Temple family and you will have access to the following: Full medical, dental, vision coverage Paid time off 11 Paid Holidays Tuition remission - eligible employees and their dependents can obtain a degree TUITION FREE A generous retirement plan and so much more! Salary Grade: T23 Learn more about the “T” salary structure Salary Range: Up to $45,000.00 per year A variety of important factors are reviewed by HR when considering salary, including job duties, the applicant’s education and experience, all relevant internal equity considerations, department budget, and funding source. Job Details: This position is full-time This position will be on-site This position requires the following background checks: Personally Identifiable Information/Cash Handling Position Summary: The Clinical Research Assistant works under the direct supervision of the Principal Investigator and/or other Research Coordinators and will assist with specific research tasks associated with clinical research projects or clinical trials. The Clinical Research Assistant is mentored by coordinators, managers and/or the PI. Decisions are made within the limits of clearly established policies, procedures or instructions. This is a grant-funded position and requires a background check. The Lewis Katz School of Medicine has an exciting opportunity for a Clinical Research Assistant (CRA) to work on a translational grant funded by the National Institutes of Health that seeks to identify biomarkers and examine factors that are likely to influence the consequences of fetal alcohol exposure during pregnancy. The CRA will work under the LKSOM Clinical Research Nurse Manager and will work closely with the research team of clinical and basic scientists to assist with all clinical aspects of this project. The CRA will assist the study team to recruit study participants, obtain informed consent, assist with questionnaires, assist with the collection of urine and blood samples, and assist with specimen processing and assist with database and data entry. The position requires in-person attendance at the performance site and cannot be done on a hybrid/remote basis. At Temple University’s Lewis Katz School of Medicine, you will be part of a nationally recognized, state-of-the-art research community that is driving innovation in patient care. Our clinical research programs span a wide range of disciplines and provide coordinators with the opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking studies that directly impact the health and well-being of diverse populations. With access to advanced resources, collaborative teams, and a strong commitment to excellence, Temple offers an ideal environment for Clinical Research Coordinators to grow their careers while shaping the future of medicine. This is a grant-funded position and requires a background check. Clinical Research Coordinators may be hired for a specific department or as a pooled coordinator.
Requirements
- Zero to 6 months of related experience is required, or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
- The position requires a strong interest in learning about Clinical Research.
- Interest in learning about Clinical Research.
- Demonstrated computer skills, and proficiency with MS Office Suite software programs.
- Aptitude in professionalism.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- This position requires PII/cash handling clearance prior to the commencement of service
Responsibilities
- Assist with screening, enrollment and tracking patients in clinical trials and other research studies for the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University
- May participate in the enrollment of human subjects for clinical trials. Obtain informed consent, schedule subjects for visits, perform basic clinical assessments and collect and enter study data.
- Perform various research, databases, and clerical tasks to support clinical trials, aiding investigators in organizing, gathering, and compiling clinical research data.
- Organize and maintain documentation required for clinical trials and/or other research projects.
- Inform the Principal Investigator or other designated individuals about any issues regarding patient responses to treatment, medication, or adverse effects.
- Assist the Principal Investigator with Institutional Review Board (IRB) filings and annual reviews.
- Offer clerical and technical support to ensure adherence to research protocols and maintain the quality of information received.
- Adheres with FDA, IRB, Pennsylvania, and other applicable regulations.
- Performs other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Full medical, dental, vision coverage
- Paid time off
- 11 Paid Holidays
- Tuition remission - eligible employees and their dependents can obtain a degree TUITION FREE
- A generous retirement plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
