Clinical Research Associate

Aims Locum Tenens•San Antonio, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

A qualified Clinical Research Associate is required to support the Radiation Oncology Clinic at Brooke Army Medical Center (BAMC). This is a non-personal services role responsible for the coordination and execution of clinical research protocols, supporting oncology research programs, and ensuring compliance with Department of Defense (DoD), National Cancer Institute (NCI), and regulatory standards. The Clinical Research Associate will manage clinical trials from protocol development through completion, collaborate with principal investigators, and ensure high-quality research operations that meet nationally recognized healthcare and research standards.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in protocol management, preferably in Radiation Oncology or clinical research.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS/BCLS) certification.
Strong knowledge of clinical research regulations, oncology protocols, and patient data management.
Understanding of IRB processes, FDA requirements, and human subject protection standards.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities (including patient interaction).
Ability to manage multiple complex research protocols simultaneously.
Strong organizational and documentation skills.
Computer proficiency in research systems and data tools.
Must comply with DoD health, immunization, and training requirements.
Adhere to HIPAA, Privacy Act, and patient confidentiality standards.
Follow all safety, security, and operational procedures of the MTF.
Must be eligible to work on a U.S. military installation.
Must comply with background checks, identification, and access procedures.

Responsibilities

Provide research services in accordance with accepted clinical research practices and regulatory standards.
Support operational and clinical research readiness within the Medical Treatment Facility (MTF).
Ensure compliance with Joint Commission (JCAHO), AHA, DoD, and institutional policies.
Maintain high-quality standards in research coordination and patient-related activities.
Manage and process multiple clinical research protocols through approval processes and regulatory review.
Develop and submit research protocols to Institutional Review Boards (IRB).
Ensure compliance with FDA, DoD, and federal human subject protection regulations.
Maintain regulatory documentation, including approvals, amendments, and communications.
Execute clinical trials from concept through study completion and reporting.
Serve as liaison between research organizations (e.g., NCI/NRG Oncology) and clinical teams.
Coordinate with principal investigators to implement research strategies.
Screen and evaluate patients for eligibility in clinical trials.
Manage patient enrollment, informed consent, and scheduling.
Monitor patient progress and collect clinical data.
Maintain patient records, case report forms, and study documentation.
Conduct data collection, analysis, and reporting activities.
Manage adverse event reporting and regulatory submissions.
Support clinical audits and respond to regulatory findings.
Coordinate biospecimen collection, processing, and shipment.
Participate in research meetings, clinical conferences, and professional activities.
Provide support in budget planning and financial tracking of research programs.