Clinical Research Assistant - Data, Participants & Compliance

Northwestern University; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern University is seeking a Research Assistant in MED-Obstetrics & Gynecology to perform biomedical and social-behavioral research by administering tests and questionnaires, collecting data, and assisting in reports. Work follows GCP, IRB, CFR, and ICH guidelines.

The role involves recruiting participants, obtaining informed consent, scheduling visits, conducting interviews, scoring tests, collecting surveys, and reviewing medical records, with supervision and clear objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social or health sciences or related field.
• Must complete NU's IRB CITI training before interacting with participants; re-certify every 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Recruit study participants.
• Review & obtain informed consent.
• Schedule study visits with participants.
• Conduct interviews.
• Scores test results.
• Collects survey data.
• Reviews medical records.
• Consults with nurses & physicians on eligibility.
• Facilitate communication to maintain study flow.
• Maintain detailed records and enter data; prepare basic charts/graphs.
• Perform literature searches in support of research.
• Complete portions of grant applications and regulatory documents.
• Process reimbursements and monitor petty cash; coordinate fund distribution.
• May train other research staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Participant recruitment

Informed consent

Interviewing

Data collection

Data entry

Communication with staff

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social/health science or related

Job description

Northwestern University is seeking a Research Assistant in MED-Obstetrics & Gynecology to perform biomedical and social-behavioral research by administering tests and questionnaires, collecting data, and assisting in reports. Work follows GCP, IRB, CFR, and ICH guidelines.

The role involves recruiting participants, obtaining informed consent, scheduling visits, conducting interviews, scoring tests, collecting surveys, and reviewing medical records, with supervision and clear objectives.