Research Services Clinical Sciences Entry/Intermediate Professional

University of Colorado•Colorado Springs, CO

6d•$49,899 - $69,072•Hybrid

About The Position

This Clinical Science Professional role supports NIH and VA grant-funded projects focused on optimizing mobility in various patient populations and clinical settings. The position involves direct professional support of research activities, including grant administration, regulatory compliance, human subject compliance, and data management. The role is suitable for individuals passionate about working with older adults and contributing to impactful research that improves patient experience and reduces healthcare costs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in any field
Combination of education and related technical/military/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree on a year for year basis.
One (1) year clinical research or related experience (for Intermediate Level)
Knowledge and understanding of federal regulations and Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution
Outstanding customer service skills
Knowledge of basic human anatomy, physiology medical terminology
Ability to interpret and master complex research protocol information
Ability to work independently and as a team.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in science or health related field (for Entry Level)
Clinical research or related experience (for Entry Level)
Experience with electronic data capture systems (e.g. EMR or EHR and data management systems) (for Entry Level)
Bachelor’s degree in science or health related field (for Intermediate Level)
Two (2) years of clinical research or related experience (for Intermediate Level)
Experience with electronic data capture systems (e.g. EMR or EHR and data management systems) (for Intermediate Level)
Experience conducting qualitative research interviews and/or focus groups and coordinating qualitative data collection activities.

Responsibilities

Assist with and oversee the day to day operations of clinical trials and studies
Obtain study subject’s medical history and current medication information, reviews research protocol inclusion/exclusion criteria, and confirms eligibility of subject to participate in clinical trial
Perform informed consent process or ensures that the informed consent process has occurred, is properly documented, and that informed consent form documents are filed as required
Assist with subject recruitment efforts including interviewing prospective subjects and educating potential subjects on the details of the study through phone contacts and personal interviews.
Schedule subject participation in research clinical trial, coordinating availability of necessary space, and clinical research support (e.g., physician, nurse practitioner, laboratory, radiology, pharmacy)
Collect, code, and analyze data obtained from research in an accurate and timely manner
Adhere to research regulatory standards and maintain detailed records of studies to ensure compliance with all requirements, study protocols, and department standard operating procedures.
Assist with study subject reimbursement.
Collect outcomes at various time points in research study. May include guiding study participants through and counting physical function assessments as well as surveys and performing quality checks following assessments.
Maintain detailed records of studies to ensure compliance with requirements of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), study protocols, department, hospital/clinical standard operating procedures and other regulatory guidelines
Ensure that the necessary supplies and equipment for studies are in stock and in working order
Administrative and other duties as assigned