Clinical Research Assistant (KU Medical Center)
Position Title:
Clinical Research Assistant
Job Family Group:
Professional Staff
Job Description:
The Clinical Research Assistant assists in entry level clinical research activities including collecting information from patients/study participants and families. This position provides physicians, administrative staff, sponsors and CRO representatives with requested information and support.
Under general supervision, the Clinical Research Assistant works with multidisciplinary teams including patients/study participants, families, physicians, administrative staff, and sponsor and CRO representatives to coordinate all aspects of clinical research.
The University of Kansas Cancer Center (KUCC) is the region’s only National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center where patients gain access to the most promising therapies, cutting-edge clinical trials and world class research.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package: Health, Dental, Vision (effective day 1), employer paid Life, LTD, flexible benefits plan, miscellaneous voluntary plans available, paid vacation and sick (begin accruing upon hire), paid holidays, paid discretionary day, paid bereavement leave, paid jury duty, military leave, paid parental leave and generous retirement contributions.
Join our clinical trials team where you can make a difference!
Required Qualifications:
- Education: Associate’s OR an equivalent combination of relevant post secondary education and work experience that equals at least 2 years.
- Skills: Detail oriented, self motivated and possess good interpersonal skills. Strong work ethic and organization skills. Excellent communicator: oral and written. Computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in relevant field highly preferred.
- Skills: Previous experience interacting with patients. Willingness to seek research certifications to further skills in the position.
Job Duties Outlined:
- Recruit, evaluate, and educate patients regarding clinical trials following established procedures and protocols.
- Conducts Informed Consent Interviews with participants and where required, participant families.
- Document trial related activities as directed and per regulatory requirements and ensure all study data is reported in a timely and accurate manner.
- Coordinate study participant visit activities including scheduling procedures, communicating with subjects, and completing necessary basic study procedures.
- Maintain trial regulatory documentation files including correspondence with sponsor, KUMC IRB, and subjects.
- Provide written and verbal reports to the Principal Investigator and Project Manager, as required.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Documents: Must provide both: Resume/CV & Cover Letter
The University of Kansas Medical Center and The University of Kansas Cancer Center are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive learning and working environment, one that nurtures growth and development for all.
Employee Type:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
Pay Range:
$17.70 – $26.43
Minimum $17.70 Midpoint $22.19 Maximum $26.43