Clinical Research Assistant

The Ohio State University

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About The Position

Senior Clinical Research Assistant participates in data collection, maintenance and reporting and/or patient interfacing activities for a clinical research study. Dependent upon primary area of assignment performs duties in one of the following areas. Some positions may perform a combination of these duties. Patient interfacing activities: Participates in coordinating and performing clinical research activities for assigned studies, including therapeutic studies involving SOC or FDA approved drugs/devices, in accordance with approved protocols; assists with assessing patient records to identify patients who are eligible to participate in specified clinical research protocols; recruits, interviews and enrolls patients; obtains informed consent and ensures consent process is administered in compliance to regulatory and sponsor requirements; educates patients and families of purpose, goals, and processes of clinical study; coordinates scheduling and follow-through of patient care appointments, procedures, and other diagnostic testing in accordance with study protocol; participates in the collection, processing and evaluation of biological samples; administers, evaluates and calculates standardized scoring of diagnostic, psychological or behavioral testing or questionnaires; assists with training and onboarding new Clinical Research Assistants 2 and 3 as a preceptor.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in biological sciences, health sciences, social sciences or medical field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• At least one year of experience that included at least 6 months patient interfacing experience in a clinical support capacity and at least 6 months experience in a clinical research capacity required
• Proficient computer skills required
• Requires successful completion of a background check
• Selected candidate may be asked to complete a pre-employment physical including a drug screen

Responsibilities

• Participates in data collection, maintenance and reporting
• Participates in coordinating and performing clinical research activities for assigned studies, including therapeutic studies involving SOC or FDA approved drugs/devices, in accordance with approved protocols
• Assists with assessing patient records to identify patients who are eligible to participate in specified clinical research protocols
• Recruits, interviews and enrolls patients
• Obtains informed consent and ensures consent process is administered in compliance to regulatory and sponsor requirements
• Educates patients and families of purpose, goals, and processes of clinical study
• Coordinates scheduling and follow-through of patient care appointments, procedures, and other diagnostic testing in accordance with study protocol
• Participates in the collection, processing and evaluation of biological samples
• Administers, evaluates and calculates standardized scoring of diagnostic, psychological or behavioral testing or questionnaires
• Assists with training and onboarding new Clinical Research Assistants 2 and 3 as a preceptor.

Benefits

• Eligible Ohio State employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, and state or alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level