Clinical Research Study Assistant II - Pediatric Neurology

Washington University in St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking a Clinical Research Study Assistant II to support pediatric neuromuscular trials. The role involves screening, consent, enrollment, data collection, and coordination across multi-site studies.

Prior phlebotomy or blood lab experience is preferred, and staff will work with children where required. This time-limited position may extend up to two years, with opportunities to engage in quality clinical research and trial activities under experienced

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• BLS certification must be obtained within one month of hire.
• Willingness to work with children; phlebotomy/blood lab experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Implements and manages all phases of study/protocol; ensures compliance with protocol guidelines and regulatory requirements.
• Completes paperwork and documentation; obtains consent and schedules follow-ups.
• Performs basic scripted assessments to confirm eligibility and schedules procedures as required.
• Collects data from study participants and records; prepares reports and study materials.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Evaluates and interprets collected clinical data; prepares reports and recommendations.

Skills

Interpersonal Communication

Oral Communications

Organizing

Written Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

Position Summary

The WashU Medicine Center for Pediatric Neuromuscular Disorders (https://pediatricneuromusculardisorders.wustl.edu/) provides quality care, state-of-the-art treatment, precision medicine, and research opportunities to pediatric and young adult patients diagnosed with neuromuscular disorders. Patients at our center have access to leading-edge clinical trials which focus on personalized medicine to improve the understanding, treatment, and prevention of neuromuscular diseases.

This position works well as a gap year experience for individuals wanting exposure to clinical research. As a Clinical Research Study Assistant II, you will assist our team of highly skilled research coordinators and clinicians in executing clinical trial protocols for pediatric patients with neuromuscular disorders. You will have the opportunity to participate in clinical research study activities, including complex and multi-site clinical research trials. Phlebotomy and blood lab processing experience is preferred but not required. Experience with children is preferred but not required, although willingness to work with children is required.

• Specific duties may include: screening, obtaining consent, and enrolling participants in studies, and performing a variety of duties involved in the collection, documentation, and reporting of clinical research data.

This is a time limited position that is to not exceed two years.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Implements and manages all phases of study/protocol; ensures compliance with protocol guidelines and requirements of regulatory agencies; establishes record-keeping systems; makes assessments and determinations of participants’ progress in the study; analyzes, investigates and reports adverse events; makes decisions as when to notify physicians of issues, when to stop participant inclusion and/or to make and/or recommend adjustment of the protocol of particular participants; resolves protocol management issues and recommends corrective action as appropriate; serves as liaison with funding or sponsoring agency.


• Completes all necessary paperwork/documentation according to study protocol; obtains consent, 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.


• Performs other duties as assigned.


• Evaluates and interprets collected clinical data as appropriate; prepares oral or written presentations or reports and analyses setting forth progress trends and provides recommendations or conclusions of the same.

Working Conditions

Job Location/Working Conditions

• Normal office environment

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

• 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

Associate degree

Optional Certifications/Professional Licenses

No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Optional Work Experience

No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Optional Skills

Interpersonal Communication, Oral Communications, Organizing, Written Communication

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.