Clinical Research Study Assistant II - Neurology

Washington University in St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 27,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation and holidays

Health insurance

Metro U-Pass transit

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis in Saint Louis, MO 63110 is seeking a Clinical Research Study Assistant II to support a team of over 10 coordinators and a research nurse in MS studies.

The role screens, enrolls, and obtains informed consent for industry-sponsored trials, contributing to dozens of NIH and pharmaceutical studies. This position requires a high school diploma, Basic Life Support certification within one month of hire, and an Associate degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; associate degree preferred.
• Basic Life Support certification within one month of hire date.
• Experience in clinical trial settings is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assists coordinators with management of clinical trials: screening, enrolling, preparing informed consent packets, and data entry.
• Completes paperwork/documentation per study protocol.
• Interviews subjects and schedules follow-ups.
• Performs basic scripted assessments to confirm eligibility.
• Explains and schedules lab and diagnostic procedures as required.
• Collects data from participants and prepares reports/documentation.
• Prepares and distributes study packets and information.

Skills

Strong communication

Detail oriented

Informed consent discussions

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree

Job description

Location

SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110

Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

The clinical research study assistant II will participate, under direction, in clinical research study activities to help support the work in the lab of Dr. Rob Naismith, Professor of Neurology, as well as with a clinical trial research team of over 10 research coordinators and a research nurse. The position screens, obtains consent, and enrolls participants in our industry sponsored clinical trials. This is an opportunity to work alongside a mission to combat MS and help support over 3000 patients with MS. Our clinical research program includes dozens of studies sponsored through the NIH, Department of Defense, National MS Society, and various pharmaceutical companies.

About the research: https://trottermultiplesclerosiscenter.wustl.edu/clinical-studies/

For more information on MS: https://www.nationalmssociety.org/understanding-ms/what-is-ms

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Assists clinical research coordinators with management of clinical trials, including: screening, enrolling, preparing informed consent packets, extracting data accurately from source documents and reporting in various data entry systems within protocol specified deadlines, routinely ensuring timely completion of all protocol requirements.
• Completes all necessary paperwork/documentation according to study protocol;
• interviews study subjects and schedules follow-ups as needed.
• Performs basic/scripted assessments to confirm eligibility to participate in study;
• explains and schedules laboratory and diagnostic procedures and/or treatment as required in the study; refers participants to basic resources, as necessary.
• Collects data from study participants, medical records, interviews, questionnaires, diagnostic tests and other sources; performs basic evaluation and interpretation of collected data and prepares appropriate reports and documentation as necessary;
• prepares and distributes study packets and information.
• Assists with study sample tracking and shipping.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Working Conditions

Job Location/Working Conditions

Physical Effort

• Typically sitting at desk or table
• Repetitive wrist, hand or finger movement

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.

Education

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

Certifications / Professional Licenses

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

Work Experience

Administrative Or Research (2 Years)

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 Basic Life Support certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the Basic Life Support requirements).

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong ability to communicate effectively with individuals
• Detail-oriented approach to tasks
• Conducted informed consent discussions with patients participating in clinical trials, ensuring they understood the study's purpose, procedures, risks, and benefits.

Preferred Qualifications

Associate degree

Grade

C07-H

Salary Range

$19.93 - $29.93 / 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

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.

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

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. 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, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.