Clinical Research Specialist (Remote/PRN) - Radiology

Washington University in St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university seeks a fully remote PRN Clinical Research Specialist to support radiology research. This position involves coordinating patient studies, managing imaging transfers, and ensuring compliance with research protocols. Ideal candidates should possess strong organizational skills and attention to detail, contributing to effective research execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
• 4 years of clinical or research experience, with at least 1 year of supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage patient studies and data for CCIR.
• Facilitate imaging transfers and compliance with research protocols.
• Assist with protocol and budget development for multi-clinical research projects.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Clinical Research

Communication

Data Tracking

Documentation

Interpersonal Communication

Problem Solving

Prioritization

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft Applications

Job description

Position Summary

This fully remote PRN Clinical Research Specialist position will support radiology research efforts, focusing on coordinating imaging studies and research workflows. The role involves managing patient coordination for CCIR studies, facilitating imaging transfers to Case Western and other collaborating institutions, and assisting with multiple IRB-approved studies. The position is ideal for individuals with strong organizational skills and attention to detail who are interested in the logistics of research execution. This role is part of a broader effort to streamline research efficiency and reduce administrative barriers to study completion.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Coordinate CCIR research patients (remotely helping the on-site patient coordinators), including scheduling, billing oversight, and compliance with research protocols.
• Manage imaging transfers between WashU and external institutions (e.g., Case Western) for ongoing research collaborations.
• Assist with IRB-approved studies, ensuring research protocols are followed and documentation is properly maintained.
• Communicate with research teams, radiologists, and external collaborators to facilitate smooth research operations.
• Maintain study records and ensure regulatory compliance with institutional and funding requirements.
• Assists in protocol development, budget development, dispensing of study funds for multi-clinical research projects; provides high level of direct and indirect support direct.
• Works with PI to design, perform and evaluate research procedures; confers with PI to assist in developing plans for research projects and discuss the interpretation of results; collaborates in the preparation of manuscripts for publications and preparation of grant proposals to sponsoring agencies; assists in the preparation of amendments to protocols and/or modifications to study design as appropriate.
• Serves as a resource to the clinical research staff, ensuring appropriate procedures and explains policies and procedures; ensures that research projects are completed according to IRB and federal guidelines.
• Develops and implements policies and procedures; provides comprehensive direction to clinical research personnel; may participate in the hiring, training and evaluation of clinical research staff.
• Provides Study Coordinator functions and performs all duties associated with the coordination and implementation of clinical research study/projects, data collection and the management of data generated by study protocols.
• Researches and recommends new methods and procedures to maintain standards and improve quality.
  
  

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Education:

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.

Certifications:

The list below may include all acceptable certifications and issuers. More than one credential or certification may be required depending on the role.

Basic Life Support - American Heart Association, Basic Life Support - American Red Cross

Work Experience:

Clinical Or Research (4 Years), Supervisory (1 Year)

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

Required Qualifications:

More About This Job

• Basic Life Support certification must be obtained within one month of hire date.
• Basic Life Support certification (Online BLS certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the BLS requirements).
  
  

Education:

Preferred Qualifications

No additional education beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Certifications:

No additional certification beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Work Experience:

No additional work experience beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Skills:

Analytical Thinking, Clinical Research, Communication, Data Tracking, Documentations, Document Research, Google Workspace, Interpersonal Communication, Leadership, Microsoft Applications, Oral Communications, Prioritization, Problem Solving, Working Independently, Written Communication

Grade

C13-H

Salary Range

$32.73 - $50.74 / Hourly

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

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Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email [e-mail] or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Please visit our website at https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/ to review our benefit eligibility criteria along with any applicable benefits.

EEO Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Washington University is dedicated to building a community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.