Clinical Research Assistant

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 26,863 - 41,644; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Employer paid group term life and disability

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off (PTO)

403(b) with a 5% employer match

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago is seeking a Clinical Research Assistant to support the implementation and coordination of clinical research activities. Responsibilities include administrative support for investigators, assisting in student visits, and maintaining regulatory documents.

Ideal candidates should have a High School diploma; a Bachelor’s degree and bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish are preferred. Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package are offered, including medical and dental insurance, paid time off, and more.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required.
• Bachelor’s degree and experience in research preferred.
• Rotating shifts (afternoon/evening availability preferred).

Responsibilities

• Perform administrative tasks to support investigators and research team.
• Assist with study start-up and maintain regulatory documents.
• Schedule study visits in coordination with the PI and research support services.

Skills

Bilingual (English and Spanish fluency)

Organizational skills

Verbal and written communication skills

Knowledge of FDA, HSR, and GCP Guidelines

Analytical skills and adaptability

Education

High School diploma

Bachelor’s degree in research

Job description

Location

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago

Job Description

Assists investigators and study team in the implementation, coordination, and conduct of clinical research activities. Adheres to the service values and principles as well as the principles of research ethics.

Essential Job Functions

• Performs administrative tasks to support investigators and research team (Xeroxing, filing, etc.).
• Assist with study start-up and maintain regulatory documents required by sponsors and regulatory agencies.
• Assists in scheduling study visits according to protocol, in coordination with the PI and study team, and research support services (pharmacy, lab, medical imaging, etc.). Notifies research support services in preparation and advance of study visits.
• Provides assistance in the conduct of site visits/audits by the sponsor or regulatory agencies.
• Prepares necessary supplies for study visits (consent forms, data collection materials, lab kits, etc.).
• Assists in the collection of data and/or specimens from research participants and/or medical records, as authorized.
• Supports data entry and maintains/updates databases as needed.
• Ensures participants are given a copy of the signed consent documents and manages proper distribution to relevant departments (i.e. medical records).
• Maintains inventory of supplies and facilitates ordering as required.
• Escorts participants and/or specimens to ancillary testing or procedures as necessary. Engages in professional development opportunities, such as clinical and research meetings, seminars, and related activities.
• Other job functions as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• High School diploma required.
• Bachelor’s degree and experience and/or training in research preferred.
• Rotating shifts (afternoon/evening availability preferred).
• Bilingual preferred (English and Spanish fluency).
• Good organizational skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Some knowledge of FDA, HSR, and GCP Guidelines.
• Some analytical skills with the ability to remain agile and adaptable to various technological systems.

Pay Range

$19.50–$30.23 per hour

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Employer paid group term life and disability
• Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave
• 403(b) with a 5% employer match
• Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability
• Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage
• Tuition assistance
• Student loan servicing and support
• Adoption benefits
• Backup Childcare and Eldercare
• Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members
• Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities
• Discount purchasing program

Lurie Children’s and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, order of protection status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.