Clinical Research Study Assistant I (Time-Limited) - Program in Physical Therapy

Washington University in St. Louis • Watervliet, MI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Program in Physical Therapy at WashU School of Medicine in St. Louis has an opening for a full-time (but time-limited) clinical research study assistant to join the Shoulder Biomechanics and Rehabilitation laboratory led by Rebekah Lawrence, PT, PhD. Our lab is dedicated to improving the quality of life for individuals with shoulder pain by investigating the factors associated with shoulder pathology, symptom presentation, and functional decline. We conduct rigorous, clinically relevant research by integrating diagnostic imaging, motion analysis, musculoskeletal modeling, and clinical assessment. The successful applicant will be integral to the lab’s impact on public health by assisting with data collection and processing. Normal office/research lab environment with various levels of pressure due to multiple tasks.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience.
• Customer Service (1 Year)

Nice To Haves

• Related work experience or relevant training in medical, research or clinical research field.
• Pre-health students (e.g., MD, PT, PA) who are currently in or planning to take a gap year are encouraged to apply.
• Medical Customer Service (1 Year)
• Adaptability
• Clinical Research
• Confidentiality
• Data Accuracy
• Detail-Oriented
• Effective Written Communication
• Following Protocols
• Information Organization
• Interpersonal Interactions
• Laboratory Instrumentation
• Learning Effectiveness
• Multitasking
• New Software
• Oral Communications
• Organizing
• Patient Information
• Teamwork
• Time Management
• Visual Perception
• Working Independently

Responsibilities

• Following training, assists with data collection and processing as directed by PI or research coordinator.
• Maintains and updates site demographics on computer database; logs forms received and file as appropriate; prepares reports from database to include weekly reports and other reports as requested.
• Receives and disseminates study-related regulatory documents and correspondence; assists in screening documents for completeness and compliance with protocol and appropriate regulations; assists in investigating incomplete, inaccurate or missing documents to ensure accuracy and completeness of data.
• Communicates and coordinates with other study personnel as required for study implementation and routine problem resolution.
• Attend routine meetings and other meetings related to clinical research; stays abreast of information and any changes to study protocol.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees