Clinical Research Associate I

University of Texas at Austin

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Dell Medical School is seeking a Clinical Research Associate I. This is a grant funded position with an end date of 02/28/2027, renewable based upon availability of funding, work performance, and progress toward research goals. This position will provide research assistance/support for research projects in the Lippard Lab in the Department of Psychiatry at UT Austin working as part of a team of faculty, staff, graduate students, and undergraduate assistants. Weekend and evening work will be required. The Clinical Research Associate I (CRA I) provides foundational operational support for clinical trials and research studies by assisting with routine monitoring activities, data accuracy checks, document preparation, and visit scheduling under close supervision. This entry-level role helps ensure protocol adherence, participant safety verification, and data integrity by supporting study visits. Tasks include preparing visit materials, performing data reviews, assisting with source data verification, updating trackers, supporting essential document collection, and conducting clinical assessments, behavioral assessments (including during alcohol administration sessions), and collecting MRI data. The CRA I works closely with Clinical Research Coordinators data management teams, and study leadership.

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor's Degree in life sciences (e.g., neuroscience or psychology), nursing, public health or a related field.
Basic understanding of GCP/Human Subjects Protection
Demonstrated ability to follow SOPs, maintain accuracy, and learn quickly.
Prior experience in research in human populations
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree in life sciences (e.g., neuroscience or psychology), nursing, public health or a related field with at least 1 year of experience in clinical research support (CTA, CRC assistant, research intern).
Familiarity with clinical assessments and/or MRI data collection
GCP training (ICH E6) and institutional human subjects training upon hire.

Responsibilities

Supports Study Visit Activities: Assists senior CRAs with preparation for study visits. Participates in in‑person visits in a shadowing or support capacity. Plans/supports travel for study participants. Conducts phone screens, clinical assessments, behavioral data collection, and MRI data collection associated with study visits. Conducts supervised source data review (SDR) and basic source data verification (SDV), prioritizing accuracy. Drafts or updates visit documentation (e.g., follow-up notes) for senior review.
Assists with Data Quality & Query Support: Conducts data reviews and basic checks for completeness, accuracy, and consistency under supervision. Tracks and helps resolve queries with site staff per guidance from senior CRAs or data management. Reviews essential data listings to identify missing data on discrepancies for escalation.
Aids in Participant Safety & Compliance Verification: Performs preliminary checks of consent documentation for version alignment under oversight. Reviews and reports AE/SAE listings and documents for completeness and flags issues to senior CRAs. Confirms eligibility criteria alignment.
Contributes to Study Start-up & Training Activities: Assists with feasibility and site assessment documentation. Prepares training materials and trackers for protocol, GCP, and site-level instructions. Schedules meetings and maintains study training logs.
Maintains Study Trackers, Systems & Communication: Updates CTMS, EDC task lists, issue logs, and visit calendars. Prepares routine status updates for senior CRAs or PMs. Communicates site needs, questions, and status updates in a timely manner.
Other Job Duties may apply as assigned: Assists with centralized data review activities for risk‑based monitoring and data accuracy/completeness. Participates in audit visits and retraining activities as assigned. Provides support for SOP updates or toolkit revisions as directed. Coordinates with vendors (e.g., IVRS/IWRS, central labs, eCOA) on minor document or data requests. Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure. Performs related duties as required.