Clinical Research Assistant - Orthopedics

The Ohio State University; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off (sick & vacation)

State retirement plan or equivalent

Job summary

The Ohio State University’s Orthopaedics department is seeking a Clinical Research Assistant to support joint-related studies. You will assist in implementing and coordinating clinical research, participate in recruiting participants, perform behavioral or diagnostic testing, and help collect, maintain, and report study data.

The role is based in outpatient care and requires a bachelor’s degree in biological/health sciences or a related field, with 0 years required and 2–4 years preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biological sciences, health sciences, or medical field; 0 years experience required.
• Experience in a research setting is desirable; familiarity with clinical studies helps.
• Background checks and possibly drug screen/physical may be required.
• Computer skills with knowledge of database software are required.

Responsibilities

• Support 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 and reporting of research data.

Skills

Research experience

Database software knowledge

Phlebotomy (desirable)

Basic laboratory procedures

Education

Bachelor's degree in biological sciences, health sciences, or medical field

Tools

Database software

Job description

Clinical Research Assistant

Job Title: Clinical Research Assistant - Orthopedics Department: Medicine | Orthopedics

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

Additional Information: Location: Outpatient Care East (0837)
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.