Clinical Research Assistant (HS)

Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohio State University in Columbus, OH seeks a Clinical Research Assistant (HS) to support neurology clinical studies. You will assist with study implementation, coordinate tasks, recruit participants, and perform behavioral or diagnostic testing, with data collection and reporting support.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Biological/Health/Medical sciences or related field, with 0 years experience; 2–4 years preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences, Health Sciences, or medical field, or equivalent combination.
• 0 years of relevant experience required.
• 2–4 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Experience in a research capacity and knowledge of neuromuscular diseases may be desired.
• Phlebotomy experience may be desired.
• Microsoft Office skills with database software knowledge desired.

Responsibilities

• Assist with implementation and coordination of clinical studies.
• Participate in recruitment of study participants.
• Perform behavioral or diagnostic testing.
• Assist with collection, maintenance and reporting of clinical research data.

Skills

Research experience

Phlebotomy

Lab procedures

Microsoft Office

Database software

Neuromuscular diseases

Biological/Health/Medical sciences

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences / Health Sciences / medical field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Database software

Job description

Job Title: Clinical Research Assistant (HS)

Department: Medicine | Neurology

Job Description Summary To provide assistance in support of clinical research studies being conducted within the College of Medicine (COM) Department of Neurology/Neuromuscular Division in support from the COM Center for Clinical Research Management (CCRM); assists with implementation and coordination of studies; participates in recruitment of study participants; performs behavioral or diagnostic testing; assists with collection maintenance & reporting of clinical research data.

Minimum Education Required Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Sciences, Health Sciences or medical field, or equivalent combination of education experience required.

Experience Required 0 years of relevant experience required.

Preferred Experience and Skills 2-4 years of relevant experience preferred. Experience in a research capacity desired; knowledge or experience in neuromuscular diseases/disorders may be desired; experience in phlebotomy may be desired; experience performing basic laboratory procedures to process biological specimens may be desired; Microsoft Office computer skills required with knowledge of database software applications desired.

FUNCTION/SUBFUNCTION: Research and Scholarship/Clinical Research

CAREER BAND: Individual Contributor-Technical

CAREER LEVEL: T2

Additional Information: This is a patient facing position and is required to be onsite daily. Some travel within the Columbus Metropolitan Are to other outpatient and inpatient locations may be required. Those locations may be Outpatient Dublin, New Albany, Upper Arlington, Outpatient East as well as University Hospital Main Campus and the Clinical Research Center located on Main Campus.

Location: Kenny Rd, 2006-2030 (0214)

Position Type: Regular

Scheduled Hours: 40

Shift: First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.

Ohio State benefits give you options to take care of what matters most to you — and opportunities to make adjustments as your life and needs change, including:

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.

As Buckeyes, we accomplish more together. No matter your role, you’ll be part of creating what people need now: pathways to education, research and health care. Working at Ohio State means you’re part of a team with a strong sense of community and an unwavering commitment to excellence — and, of course, incomparable Buckeye spirit. We bring out the best in people, help each other succeed and learn together. By joining Ohio State, you become part of a top-20 public university with one of America’s leading academic health centers. We’re a team of dedicated colleagues with access to boundless resources that support you.