Clinical Research Assistant

Description:

JOB PURPOSE:
Supports and/or participates in the research process by assisting research staff in management of
subjects and data specific to the subspecialty of involvements assigned.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Assists in research protocol conduct and facilitation, including participant screening, enrollment,
study activities, and communication.
2. Assists with coordination of study visits and procedures, including specimen processing and
shipment.
3. Assists in informed consent process and/or completes informed consent process as necessary
for assigned studies.
4. Completes data entry of compiled data, and abstracts data from medical records.
5. Compiles data, including the completion of source documentation and case report forms.
6. Facilitates patient interaction to assist in conduct of research protocols.
7. Administers various research surveys in accordance with research study requirements.
8. Completes research-only testing as required and applicable per study and system requirements,
including electrocardiograms.
9. Performs phlebotomy if trained to do so.
10. Provides research study education to participants as part of a study protocol.
11. Completes documentation as needed within the medical record.
12. Assists Research Coordinator, Research Nurse, manager, or investigators with specific research
activities.

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED:
High school diploma/GED required.
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
None
MINIMUM LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY LAW:
None
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Associates degree from a recognized college or university in a science or health-related field, or
certification from a healthcare technical program preferred. Clinical Research Assistant experience
preferred. Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) required.