Clinical Research Assistant

Temple University; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Tuition remission for employees and/or

Retirement plan

Job summary

The Clinical Research Assistant at Temple University’s Lewis Katz School of Medicine's Pulmonary/Critical Care/Sleep Medicine Department supports investigators in clinical trials and research tasks. The role provides mentorship under coordinators, managers, and the PI, with exposure to diverse populations and state-of-the-art resources.

This on-site position requires a keen interest in clinical research, strong computer skills, and solid communication abilities.

Qualifications

• Zero to 6 months of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong interest in learning about Clinical Research.

Responsibilities

• Assist with screening, enrollment and tracking patients in clinical trials and other research studies.
• May participate in enrollment of human subjects for clinical trials; obtain informed consent, schedule visits, perform basic clinical assessments and collect study data.
• Perform various research, database and clerical tasks to support clinical trials; organize, gather and compile data.
• Organize and maintain documentation required for clinical trials and research projects.
• Inform PI or designated individuals about issues regarding patient responses to treatment or adverse effects.
• Assist with IRB filings and annual reviews.
• Provide clerical and technical support to ensure adherence to research protocols.
• Adhere to FDA, IRB, Pennsylvania, and other regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Interest in learning about Clinical R​

Professionalism

Written and verbal communication

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

The Temple University’s Lewis Katz School of Medicine’s Pulmonary/Critical Care/Sleep Med Department is searching for a Clinical Research Assistant to join our team! Become a part of the Temple family and you will have access to the following: Full medical, dental, vision coverage Paid time off 11 Paid Holidays Tuition remission - eligible employees and their dependents can obtain a degree TUITION FREE A generous retirement plan and so much more! Click here to learn more about the benefits of working at Temple University. Salary Grade: T23 Learn more about the “T” salary structure Salary Range: Up to $45,000.00 per year A variety of important factors are reviewed by HR when considering salary, the applicant’s education and experience, all relevant internal equity considerations, department budget, and funding source.

Job Details

• This position will be on-site
• This position requires a background check prior to commencement of service

Position Summary

The Clinical Research Assistant works under the direct supervision of the Principal Investigator and/or other Research Coordinators and will assist with specific research tasks associated with clinical research projects or clinical trials. The Clinical Research Assistant is mentored by coordinators, managers and/or the PI. Decisions are made within the limits of clearly established policies, procedures or instructions. At Temple University’s Lewis Katz School of Medicine, you will be part of a nationally recognized, state-of-the-art research community that is driving innovation in patient care. Our clinical research programs span a wide range of disciplines and provide coordinators with the opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking studies that directly impact the health and well‐being of diverse populations. With access to advanced resources, collaborative teams, and a strong commitment to excellence, Temple offers an ideal environment for Clinical Research Coordinators to grow their careers while shaping the future of medicine.

Required Education and Experience

• Zero to 6 months of related experience is required, or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• The position requires a strong interest in learning about Clinical Research.

Responsibilities

• Assist with screening, enrollment and tracking patients in clinical trials and other research studies for the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University
• May participate in the enrollment of human subjects for clinical trials. Obtain informed consent, schedule subjects for visits, perform basic clinical assessments and collect and enter study data.
• Perform various research, database, and clerical tasks to support clinical trials, aiding investigators in organizing, gathering, and compiling clinical research data.
• Organize and maintain documentation required for clinical trials and/or other research projects.
• Inform the Principal Investigator or other designated individuals about any issues regarding patient responses to treatment, medication, or adverse effects.
• Assist the Principal Investigator with Institutional Review Board (IRB) filings and annual reviews.
• Offer clerical and technical support to ensure adherence to research protocols and maintain the quality of information received.
• Adheres with FDA, IRB, Pennsylvania, and other applicable regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Required Skills and Abilities

• Interest in learning about Clinical Research.
• Demonstrated computer skills, and proficiency with MS Office Suite software programs.
• Aptitude in professionalism.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Additional Information

• This is a grant-funded position and requires PII/Cash Handling Clearance prior to the commencement of service
• Clinical Research Coordinators may be hired for a specific department or as a pooled coordinator.

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Compliance Statement

In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University and employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact. Temple University's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains statistics, policies, and procedures related to campus safety. Go here to review. You may request a copy of the report by calling Temple University’s Department of Public Safety at 215-204-7900.