Clinical Research Assistant - Orthopedics

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center in Columbus, OH seeks a Research Assistant to support clinical studies in the Orthopaedics Joint Division. You will assist with study setup, data collection, and coordination across teams to ensure accurate, timely reporting.

The role emphasizes basic laboratory procedures, recruitment of participants, and adherence to research protocols. A Bachelor's degree in biological/health sciences is required, with 0–4 years of experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in biological sciences, health sciences, or medical field; 0 years experience required; 2–4 years preferred.
• Experience in research capacity desired; knowledge of data collection and reporting preferred.
• Background check and post-offer drug screen/physical may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance in support of clinical research studies in Orthopaedics; assist with implementation and coordination of studies.
• Participate in recruitment of study participants; perform behavioral or diagnostic testing.
• Assist with collection, maintenance and reporting of clinical research data.

Skills

Data collection

Lab procedures

Phlebotomy

Database software

Education

Bachelor's degree in biological sciences/health sciences/medical field

Job description

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Job Description

To provide assistance in support of clinical research studies in the joints division of Orthopaedics; assist with implementation and coordination of studies; participate in recruitment of study participants; perform behavioral or diagnostic testing; assist with collection maintenance & reporting of clinical research data.

Minimum Education Required:

Bachelor's Level Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience with a Major in biological sciences, health sciences, or medical field. 0 years of relevant experience required. 2-4 years of relevant experience preferred.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in biological sciences, health sciences, or medical field, or equivalent combination of education experience; experience in research capacity desired; knowledge or experience in a specialty may be desired; experience in phlebotomy may be desired; experience performing basic laboratory procedures to process biological specimens may be desired; computer skill required with knowledge of database software applications desired. Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post-offer process.

Function: Research and Scholarship

Sub Function: Clinical Research

Career Band: Individual Contributor Series: Technical

Career Level:T2

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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.