Clinical Research Assistant I

Center for Veterans Research and Education; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Center for Veterans Research and Education in Minneapolis, MN is seeking a Clinical Research Assistant I to support interventional and observational studies using tDCS, EEG, and MRI under IRB/HIPAA/regulatory frameworks. The role involves direct work with clinical patients and coordination of study activities.

The position requires a BA/BS in a related field, 0-2 years for CRA I, with potential for CRA II as experience grows. Hours align with standard business hours, with some weekend work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in public health, sociology, psychology, or related allied health field.
• 0-2 years of experience required for CRA I; 2-4 years for CRA II.
• Knowledge of Good Clinical Practices, human subjects protections, and federal regulations related to clinical research.
• Proficiency with MS Office and basic troubleshooting of devices/software.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the execution of all aspects of research projects within the PI’s portfolio.
• Assist with recruitment, screening, and medical chart reviews.
• Conduct assessments in-person or by telephone per protocols and SOPs.
• Facilitate follow-up reminders, scheduling, and participant payments.
• Perform data entry and maintain databases.
• Maintain testing supplies, files, and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with research regulatory issues.
• Prepare technical reports, summaries, and literature reviews.
• Communicate with study team via email and conferencing.
• Maintain required clearances and training for handling sensitive data.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Troubleshooting devices/software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in public health, sociology, psychology, or related allied health field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

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Clinical Research Assistant I

Alicia Fenske Full Time Assignee MINNEAPOLIS, MN, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1034

Salary Range: $16.45 To $26.44 Hourly

Job Title: Research Assistant I

Location: Minneapolis VA Medical Center

Project: THIA/ReStart

Summary:

The Center for Veterans Research and Education (CVRE), whose mission is to help support

innovative research and education initiatives that improve the health and well-being of Veterans, is

seeking a Research Assistant.

Position Description:

The Research Assistant is responsible for assisting study investigators and coordinators with the conduct of interventional and observational research studies. Research involves the use of technology including transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS), electroencephalography (EEG), and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). This position will require working directly with clinical patients in a research capacity. Clinical populations include traumatic brain injury, substance use, chronic pain, and mood disorders.

Responsibilities:

Major duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Assist with the execution of all aspects of research projects within the PI’s portfolio.
• Assist with recruitment, screening, and medical chart reviews.
• Conduct research study assessments in-person or over the telephone, in accordance with research protocols and standard operating procedures.
• Facilitate follow-up assessment reminders, scheduling, and participant payments.
• Perform data entry for research projects and maintain databases.
• Maintain testing supplies, files, and equipment in an organized manner.
• Maintain awareness of and compliance with research regulatory issues.
• Assist in the preparation of technical reports, summaries, and manuscripts (i.e., literature reviews, table preparation).
• Communicate regularly with study team, under the direction of project leaders, via email and conferencing.
• Maintain professional clearances/human studies training to be fully qualified to work with sensitive data as promulgated by the IRB, HIPAA, VHA, and other regulatory agencies.
• Assist with other research studies or lab duties, as directed by supervisor and as time allows.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor’s (BA/BS) or above from an accredited college or university in

public health, sociology, psychology, or related allied health field

Experience:0-2 years of experience required for CRA I

2-4 years of experience required for CRA II

Licensure/Registration/Certification:None

Preferred Qualifications:

• Research Assistant experience dealing with data collection and data storage, human subject studies, and institutional review board processes.
• Knowledge of Good Clinical Practices, human subjects’ protections, and federal regulations related to clinical research.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Basic experience with trouble-shooting devices and software settings.
• Experience in coordinating multiple task and project elements with differing timelines and completion deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

Conditions of Employment:

• Subject to a criminal and educational background check.
• Designated and/or random drug testing may be required.
• Regular and predictable attendance is required.
• Typical hours fall within standard business hours, work may be required during hours beyond standard business hours, including weekends.
• Must be a US citizen

Physical Requirements: The employee must be able to navigate the medical center, use a keyboard, and lift 25 lbs. Reasonable accommodation may be considered in determining an applicant’s ability to perform the duties/functions of the position.