Clinical Research Assistant

Clinical Research Assistant

Posting Number
req25176

Department
Public Hlth Prac & Trans Rsch

Department Website Link
https://publichealth.arizona.edu/

Location
Tucson Campus

Address
Tucson, AZ USA

Position Highlights

The Clinical Research Assistant will assist in an ongoing, CDC funded, research project that focuses on the development, testing, and implementation of a self-management program known as MINDSET, aimed at improving the health of patients with epilepsy.

The Clinical Research Assistant will work with groups of researchers including public health scientists, physicians, residents, and nurses across several academic and clinical departments within the Mel and Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health, the College of Medicine, Department of Neurology, the Banner University Neuroscience Institute, and the UT Health Houston School of Public Health.

We are seeking an inquisitive, well-organized, and highly motivated person with proven ability to work as part of a team and independently, ability to communicate in a clear, concise manner orally and in writing, and have proficient computer skills.

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Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist with patient recruitment, data collection/ entry, and serve as a contact for study patients.
• Assist with the scheduling of appointments; administration of the informed consent process; subject payments; and tracking of subject progress throughout the study.
• Maintain detailed records of interactions and conduct telephone-based follow-up calls with study participants.
• Travel between clinic sites for data collection and recruitment purposes.
• Participate in weekly meetings with PI, Co-Is, and other research staff.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong computer skills.
• Significant attention to detail for data entry.
• Strong communication and computer skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate with various groups.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or high school diploma equivalency is required.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Must have access to reliable transportation and possess a valid driver's license upon hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Fluency in English and Spanish
• Bachelor's degree in a health related discipline.
• Experience working with human subjects and administering assessments.
• Interest in mobile technology for medical related data collection.

FLSA
Non-Exempt

Full Time/Part Time
Part Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week
10

Job FTE
.25

Work Calendar
Fiscal

Job Category
Research

Benefits Eligible
No Benefits

Rate of Pay
$18.15 - $22.69

Compensation Type
hourly rate

Grade
4

Compensation Guidance
The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

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Career Stream and Level
OC3

Job Family
Clinical Research

Job Function
Research

Type of criminal background check required:
Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies
1

Target Hire Date

Expected End Date

Contact Information for Candidates
Refugio Sepulveda I refugio@arizona.edu

Open Date
2/12/2026

Open Until Filled
Yes

Documents Needed to Apply
Resume and Cover Letter

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