Clinical Research Study Assistant I - Neurology

Washington University in St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis seeks a Clinical Research Support role to assist with screening, consenting and enrolling study participants.

The position involves coordinating study visits, preparing materials, and collecting and documenting data in line with study protocols and regulatory requirements. You will work under the supervision of a Research Coordinator or PI, collaborating with the team to ensure accurate data collection, participant safety, and efficient study progress in a busy

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Certifications /Professional Licenses: No specific certification/professional license.
• Work Experience: Customer Service (1 Year)
• Skills: Not Applicable
• Driver's License: A driver's license is not required for this position.

Responsibilities

• Supports recruitment, screening and consent of study participants according to protocols.
• Coordinates study visits and lab procedures, prepares packets and forms.
• Collects and records data from interviews, medical records and tests per protocol/regulatory requirements.
• Maintains study documentation and ensures regulatory compliance.
• Assists with specimen processing, storage, labeling and transport as trained.

Skills

Clerical Skills

Database Management

Data Collection Methods

Data Entry

Detail-Oriented

High Accuracy

Information Organization

Interpersonal Communication

Researching

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Location

SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110

Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

Under the direction of a Research Coordinator or Principal Investigator (PI), supports clinical research activities, including screening, consenting, and enrolling study participants. Assists with the collection, documentation, management, and reporting of clinical research data in accordance with study protocols and applicable regulatory requirements.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Participant Recruitment, Screening, and Consent:

• Assists with the recruitment and screening of potential study participants in accordance with study protocols.
• Reviews medical records and other relevant information to assess preliminary eligibility for participation.
• Explains study procedures and requirements to participants and their caregivers or legally authorized representatives, as applicable.
• Obtains informed consent in accordance with approved protocols and institutional requirements.

Study Visit Coordination and Participant Support:

• Schedules study visits and follow-up appointments and coordinates required study procedures.
• Prepares study packets, questionnaires, and other materials needed for participant visits.
• Assists with study visits by escorting participants to designated areas and coordinating their movement through various visit procedures.
• Explains and coordinates laboratory testing, diagnostic procedures and other study-related activities.
• Provides participants and caregivers with study-related information and directs them to appropriate resources as needed.

Data Collection and Documentation:

• Collects and records research data from participant interviews, questionnaires, medical records, diagnostic tests, and other approved sources.
• Completes study forms, source documentation, and other required paperwork in accordance with study protocols and regulatory requirements.
• Performs basic, protocol-defined assessments and assists with the review of collected data for completeness and accuracy.
• Prepares and maintains study documentation and reports as required.

Laboratory and Clinical Research Support:

• Assists with the collection, processing, labeling, storage and preparation of blood and other biological specimens for research purposes, as trained and authorized.
• Coordinates laboratory testing and other diagnostic procedures required by study protocols.
• Maintains study supplies an ensures that necessary materials are available for participant visits and research activities.

General Research Support:

• Works collaboratively with Research Coordinators, PIs and other research team members to support study activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support the successful conduct of clinical research studies.

Working Conditions

Job Location/Working Conditions: Normal office environment

Physical Effort: Typically sitting at a desk or table

Equipment: Office equipment

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.

Required Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience.

Certifications /Professional Licenses : No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

Work Experience: Customer Service (1 Year)

Skills: Not Applicable

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

More About This Job

WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.

Preferred Qualifications

Education: No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Certifications /Professional Licenses : No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience: Medical Customer Service (1 Year)

Skills: Clerical Skills, Database Management, Data Collection Methods, Data Entry, Detail-Oriented, High Accuracy, Information Organization, Interpersonal Communication, Researching

Grade

C06-H

Salary Range

$17.89 - $26.35 / 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.

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