Clinical Research Assistant: Nepali or Spanish Speaking

Akron Children's; Akron (OH); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A local health care provider in Akron is seeking a Clinical Research Assistant who is fluent in Nepali or Spanish. This full-time role requires collaboration with research teams and participation in clinical trials. A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is necessary, and CITI Certification must be obtained within 90 days of hiring. The position offers a hybrid work model with onsite duties.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Health Sciences, Data Science, Public Health, or a relevant field required.
• CITI Certification required within 90 days of hire.
• No prior experience necessary, research experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in participant recruitment and follow-up for clinical trials.
• Ensure compliance with research protocols and regulations.
• Collect and report data in databases.

Skills

Fluent in Nepali or Spanish

Knowledge of clinical trial protocols

Competency in interpreting medical charts

Experience in research

Education

Bachelor's degree or eligible in a relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Office

EPIC

Electronic Health Systems

Job description

Clinical Research Assistant: Nepali or Spanish Speaking

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Employment details: Full-time, 40 hours per week (Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.). Hybrid (onsite 2–3 days per week).

Applicants must be fluent in Nepali or Spanish.

Summary

The Clinical Research Assistant (CRA) is a research professional reporting to the Clinical Research Support Team Supervisor and working with and under the direction of the Clinical Research Coordinator/Clinical Research Nurse, and Clinical Principal Investigator (PI) on ongoing research studies. While the PI is ultimately responsible for the clinical trial, the CRA will support diverse clinical trials and research studies and may have roles across the entire research continuum in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations, IRB approvals and Akron Children's Hospital (ACH) policies and procedures. The CRA plays a critical role in the conduct of the study and works collaboratively with the entire ACH Research team.

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance in participant recruitment, screening, and follow-up for clinical trials.
• Utilize Good Clinical Practice to ensure assigned study responsibilities are conducted in accordance with IRB and regulatory agency regulations.
• Ensure site compliance with research protocols by reviewing regulatory requirements to confirm implementation of appropriate methods, practices, and procedures for all research activities.
• Complete timely and accurate data collection, documentation, entry, and reporting in both sponsor and ACH databases.
• Participate with the PI in scientific writing, preparation of research abstracts, manuscripts, presentations for academic audiences, and grant applications.
• Specimen transport, handling, processing, and shipping while maintaining correct records of specimen management and transport coordination according to protocol.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across the enterprise. Participate in team meetings and discussions to provide updates on project status and contribute to research strategic planning.
• Other duties as required.

Technical Expertise

• Knowledge of clinical trial protocols is preferred.
• Competency in interpreting medical charts and abstracting data is preferred.
• Knowledge of GCP, federal, state, and local regulations, including HIPAA policies and procedures.
• Competency in the use of Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Electronic Health Systems, EPIC, and databases used in research; willingness to learn and demonstrate proficiency within six months of hire.

Education And Experience

• Education: Bachelor's degree or eligible in a relevant field (e.g., Biology, Health Sciences, Data Science, Public Health, etc.) is required.
• Spanish speaking or Nepali speaking required.
• CITI Certification – Certification is required within 90 days of hire.
• Years of relevant experience: none. Experience in research is preferred.

Job Details

• FTE: 1.0
• Employment type: Full-time
• Seniority level: Entry level
• Job function: Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care