Clinical Research Assistant

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Job Title

Clinical Research Assistant

Department

Medicine | Plastic Surgery

Functions as a Clinical Research Assistant providing support to multiple Prinicipal Investigators (PIs) in the Comprehensive Cancer Center, Department of Surgery, Division of Surgical Oncology; performs data collection duties including administering questionnaires, conducting patient interviews, leading focus groups, performing electronic medical record chart review; identifies appropriate patients from clinical schedules; discusses research studies with patients and obtains consent; supports participant recruitment and the implementation of strategies; assists in collection of research data; coordinates and tracks study mailing and communication with participants; performs data entry and prepares study reports; oversees and maintains accurate records of research activities; conducts library research on requested topics; provides support in planning and implementing programmatic activities; serves as a liaison with research team and other departments; assists in promoting communications between research team, clinicians, and community organizations; works closely with and supports project coordinator, data analyst, biostatistician, and principal investigators in their research efforts; attends research team meetings, assists with analysis of research results; participates in planning, designing, and execution of complex health services research studies; conducts critical analysis of research literature related to health services research; develops plans and resource tools to meet requirements of new protocols; summarizes data for inclusion in grant proposals and manuscripts; performs other duties as assigned by PIs.

Experience

Bachelors degree in biological sciences, health sciences, public health or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience required; Ability to translate, adapt and apply academic or practical knowledge in the conduct of translational/health science research is desired. Experience in an administrative capacity working on research studies or research settings desired; ability to translate, adapt and apply practice knowledge in the conduct of health services research desired. Requires successful completion of a background check; qualified candidates may be asked to complete a pre-employment physical, including a drug screen.

Additional Information

Location:

Eye and Ear Institute (0897)

Position Type

Regular

Scheduled Hours

40

Shift

First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

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