Orthopedics Clinical Research Specialist

University of Maryland, Baltimore; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Maryland, Baltimore is seeking an entry-level study assistant to support clinical research activities. The role involves enrolling participants, obtaining consent, collecting and entering data, and helping with study materials and databases.

The candidate may assist with IRB submissions and literature reviews while coordinating with study staff. No prior experience is required beyond academic qualifications; safety training may be provided as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• No prior experience required.
• May require safety training for handling biohazardous or radio-labeled materials.

Responsibilities

• Assist in enrolling participants for clinical study and explain objectives to participants and obtain consent.
• Perform data collection and entry and track consent forms and related materials.
• Prepare studymaterials and assist in developing databases and pretesting data collection input instruments.
• Assist in research project planning by monitoring the project timeline.
• Assist with developing and recommending study procedures.
• Assist with IRB submissions and supporting documentation.
• Assist in conducting literature reviews by searching library or online resources.
• Guide and train data entry staff on data entry processes.
• Serve as a liaison between project and participants and/or outside groups.

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Job description

University of Maryland, Baltimore is seeking an entry-level study assistant to support clinical research activities. The role involves enrolling participants, obtaining consent, collecting and entering data, and helping with study materials and databases.

The candidate may assist with IRB submissions and literature reviews while coordinating with study staff. No prior experience is required beyond academic qualifications; safety training may be provided as needed.