What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Research Assistant position at Springfield Clinic?
The Clinical Research Assistant will provide support to the Clinical Research Coordinator, Regulatory Coordinator and administrative staff of the Clinical Research Department.
Job Relationships
- Reports to the Clinical Research Manager
Principal Responsibilities
- Provide support to office operations
- Collaborate within multi-disciplinary team settings
- Gather and prepare study-related materials for participants visits
- Schedule patients for research appointments
- Assist with study investigational product receipt and tracking
- Maintain proper documentation study-specific documentation and guidelines
- Collect, process and ship biologic specimens
- Administer structured tests and questionnaires according to research study protocols
- Utilize study-related technology and equipment as part of data collection procedures
- Uses discretion to resolve issues when unplanned events arise
- Assist with regulatory coordinator on overseeing details of clinical studies and ensure compliance with study review board and clinical research regulations
- Assist with other duties as assigned by research team
- Comply with the Springfield Clinic incident reporting policy and procedures
- Provide excellent customer service and adhere to SC Code of Conduct and Ethics Standards
- Perform other job duties as assigned
Education/Experience
- Bachelor’s degree is preferred but will consider relative experience
- Clinical Research experience strongly preferred
Licenses/Certifications
- CPR certification per American Heart Association guidelines required within 30 days of hire
- IATA training within 30 days of hire
- GCP training within 30 days of hire
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- A strong working knowledge of computer software including Microsoft Office, Electronic Medical Record(s), other SC platforms, and Sponsor required systems.
- Attention to detail and ability to follow and interpret approved clinical protocols is required.
- A strong working knowledge of GCP, ICH, CFR, and HIPAA laws and regulations will be required.
- Knowledge of Springfield Clinic policies and procedures.
- Ability to demonstrate good organizational skills, excellent oral & written communication skills, and excellent interpersonal skills in working effectively with Co-workers; Managers; Directors; Administration; Providers; Staff; Sponsors and Patients.
- Ability to recognize, evaluate and solve problems.
- Ability to manage projects in a team environment.
- Ability to function and perform daily work independently; perform duties and tasks assigned and follow through to completion.
- Must have the ability to maintain composure under stress, using tact and good judgment.
- Must be able to stand and walk for long periods and capable of stooping, bending, and lifting.
Working Environment
- Office based with travel to other Springfield Clinic locations (including satellite offices) and other business-related travel, as required to conduct day to day business aspects of the department.
PHI/Privacy Level
HIPAA1
