Clin Trials Rsrch Asst/Data Mg at University of Iowa in Iowa City, Iowa
Posted in Other about 9 hours ago.
Job Description:
Position Summary:
The University of Iowa Department of Epidemiology is seeking a clinical trials research assistant to be an integral member of the team for the Multicenter Osteoarthritis Study (MOST). Assists in the performance of clinical research studies by gathering information, processing and shipping biospecimens, record management, electronic data entry, and compiling results. Responsibilities will include maintaining laboratory area and equipment, performing subject recruitment and scheduling visits, entering information in subject charts, and managing research data according to prescribed parameters of study protocols.
Responsibilities:
Protocol Development/Management and Study Responsibilities:
Assist in the conduct of sponsored clinical trials, including the collection of clinical data and the compilation of results.
Design forms to facilitate the collection and tracking of study participant data, study drugs, biological specimens and study procedures.
Prepare and mail correspondence to participants and physicians for recruitment, participant lab values and study results.
Assist participants with problems related to protocol.
Maintain current Bloodborne Pathogen training, Training and certification for shipping with dry ice, Good Clinical Practice (GCP) training updates and any training required by individual studies.
Responsible for the operation, calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of laboratory instrumentation.
Monitor lab inventory, order supplies, arrange service contracts, and interface with technicians and vendors.
Follow policies and procedures in accordance with clinic, university, hospital and federal guidelines.Provide general assistance, as needed, to the PIC clinic and administrative managers, faculty and staff.
Research / Clinical Activities; Subject Recruitment and Enrollment:
Assist in recruiting, screening, scheduling, and enrolling subjects for clinical research trials.
Obtain subject consent.
Administer surveys and questionnaires as required by individual studies.
Prepare and maintain subject charts and records, including lab and exam results.
Assist project nurses by collecting subject medical histories, recording vital signs, performing fingersticks, U/A dipsticks and ECGs, interviewing subjects, and recording pertinent data in subject chart and/or case report forms.
Perform laboratory processing, storage, and shipment of biological specimens based upon study protocols.
Data Collection and Monitoring:
Perform data processing tasks for specific trials; enter data, verify data, identify problem data; perform data corrections and query resolutions when necessary.
Coordinate the processing of data from various studies.
Prepare materials for reports to be written by faculty and staff on the research studies.
Regulatory Guidelines and Documents:
Assist with Institutional Review Board (IRB)submissions
Participate in audits to assess quality assurance of study data.
Human Resources / Leadership:
Functional supervision may be exercised over assigned students, temporary and clerical staff.
Financial Responsibility:
Assist with project accounting activities, including verification of exams and labs performed.
Monitor and order lab and study supplies.
Application Details:
This position is located at the Towncrest Clinic on the eastside of Iowa City.
To be considered for an interview, applicants must upload a resume and cover letter and mark them as a "Relevant File" to the submission.
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.
This position is on siteand may require a work arrangement form to be completed upon the start of your employment. Per policy, work arrangements will be reviewed annually, and must comply with the remote work program and related policies and employee travel policy when working at a remote location.
Benefits Highlights:
Regular salaried position.
Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans.
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Additional Information:
Classification Title: Clinical Trials Research Assistant
Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific
Schedule: Full-time
Work Modality Options: On site
Pay Level: 3A
Contact Information:
Organization: College of Public Health
Contact Name: Michele Hogue
Contact Email: michele-hogue@uiowa.edu
Required Qualifications:
Requires the academic knowledge of a health science related discipline and the ability to translate, adapt and apply this knowledge that is generally associated with a bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and progressively responsible experience such that one can perform beginning level research in a health science field or discipline.
Current work experience (6 months - 1 year) in clinical research is required.
Strong organizational skills with successful ability to handle multiple tasks are required.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.
Familiarity with personal computers using Microsoft Office programs, such as Excel, Word, Access or other databases is required.
Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team as well as function independently is required.
Valid US driving license and ability to meet the University of Iowa Fleet Safety Program driving standard is required.
Highly Desired Qualifications:
Laboratory experience in a clinical, research, or core laboratory with expertise in operating, calibrating, routine maintenance, and trouble shooting equipment.
Knowledge of regulatory guidelines and procedures, including IRB submission, is highly desirable.
Current experience 6 months - 1 year in subject recruitment and retention is highly desirable.
Desired Qualifications:
Good Clinical Practices training is desirable.
Blood Borne Pathogen training is desirable.
Training and certification for shipping with dry ice is desirable.
Phlebotomy or venipuncture knowledge or experience desirable
Fluency in speaking, reading, writing and understanding the English and Spanish languages.
Additional Information
- Classification Title: Clin Trials Rsrch Asst/Data Mg
- Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific
- Schedule: Full-time
- Work Modality Options: On Campus
- Pay Level: 3A
- Organization: College of Public Health
- Contact Name: Michele Hogue
- Contact Email: michele-hogue@uiowa.edu
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