Clinical Study Aide

The University of New Mexico • Albuquerque, NM

2d • $16 • Onsite

About The Position

The University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center Department of Emergency Medicine is hiring motivated research assistants to work on medical research studies. This role offers an opportunity to gain medical experience before pursuing a career in clinical medicine or research. Under the direction of a Research Manager or Coordinator, the aide screens potential research subjects, obtains informed consent, collects study data, conducts participant follow-up, and handles and processes biological specimens. Duties are performed using appropriate personal protective equipment and in strict adherence to HIPAA, FDA requirements, and Good Clinical Practices guidelines.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Google Calendar.
• Familiarity with data collection databases such as REDCap.
• Basic understanding of UNM HSC Institutional Review Board (IRB) operations.
• Current CITI biomedical or social/behavioral research investigator training certificate.
• Good organizational skills, ability to multitask, and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Screen potential research subjects through medical record abstraction, by telephone, or at UNM Hospital.
• Obtain informed consent for research from patients and families.
• Collect data through direct patient interaction or using the Cerner FirstNet electronic medical record system.
• Conduct participant telephone follow-up.
• Handle biological specimens and isolate samples.
• Process samples, including centrifuging, aliquotting, and freezing.
• Use personal protective equipment as appropriate.
• Adhere strictly to HIPAA, FDA requirements, and Good Clinical Practices guidelines.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed