Clinical Research Assistant

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Employer Industry

Dermatology Research and Clinical Trials

Why Consider This Clinical Research Assistant Opportunity

• Opportunity for career advancement and growth within the organization
• Engage in innovative dermatologic research and clinical trials
• Work in a collaborative and supportive environment
• Contribute to the advancement of patient care and treatment options
• Gain hands-on experience with clinical procedures and data management
• Participate in a commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplace

What To Expect (Job Responsibilities)

• Assist with trial start-up activities, including correspondence with the Institutional Review Board (IRB) and ensuring documentation is complete
• Recruit, interview, and screen subjects for clinical trials, following them throughout the trial and follow-up period
• Collect and enter data from patient medical records and research subject charts into study databases
• Coordinate patient visits and procedures, including taking vital signs and processing lab specimens for shipment
• Resolve data queries and maintain data integrity while adhering to deadlines

What Is Required (Qualifications)

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or an Associate's degree with 2 years of relevant experience, or 3 years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of training and experience
• Basic computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, etc.)
• Strong communication and organizational skills, with the ability to work in fast-paced environments
• Ability to perform job duties with or without accommodation
• Competence in data entry and maintaining data integrity

How To Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)

• Major in Math or Biostatistics, or a Bachelor of Arts or Science in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or another science
• Previous clinical and/or research experience is highly preferred
• Basic medical experience, including taking vital signs
• Experience with Epic Health Information System or internal electronic systems
• Certifications such as CCRP, CCRA, phlebotomy, or medical assistant certification are a plus

Key skills/competency

• Clinical Research
• Data Entry
• Patient Recruitment
• IRB Correspondence
• Data Integrity
• Clinical Trials
• Microsoft Office
• Vital Signs
• Lab Processing
• Patient Coordination