Clinical Research Assistant III

Summary

Assist study coordinators by providing administrative and data collection support for clinical research studies.

Primary Responsibilities

• Under direction of the study coordinator or principal investigator, conduct research activities to include visit study participant homes, community centers and other community settings to interview, administer surveys, recruit, and enroll and follow-up with study participants as directed.
  
• Coordinate patient visits to clinic. Organize study participant charts and files, and distribute to appropriate location.
  
• Coordinate research related projects such as mailings, participant contact information, patient visits and focus groups
  
• Collect samples from patients as needed. Process and transport samples as directed.
  
• Collect required data from study coordinators and research nurses. Code and enter onto clinical research forms and into computerized database.
  
• Order and maintain log of stipend checks and/or gift certificates to be distributed to study participants. Verify accuracy of bills and stipends.
  
• Provide general clerical support to nurses and investigators. Compose letters to study participants.
  
• Provide writing and editorial assistance in the preparation of grants, manuscripts and other study related reports. Assist with the creation of brochures, flyers and educational materials. Conduct literature searches.
  
• Translate oral and written communication to and from English, if required.
  
• Other duties as assigned.
  

Knowledge - Skills - Abilities

• Knowledge of biology, chemistry, mathematics, documentation, and records management.
  
• Data utilization, complex problem solving, critical thinking, resource management, and writing skills.
  

Qualifications

Appropriate experience may be substituted for education on an equivalent basis.

Minimum Required Education: High School Diploma

Minimum Required Experience: 3 years

Preferred Education:

Preferred Experience:

Required Certification/Licensure(s): CITI training within 90 days of hire

Preferred Certification/Licensure(s):

Physical Requirements

Work requires occasionally lifting moderate weight materials, standing, or walking continuously.

Work Environment

Occasional exposure to dust, noise, temperature changes, or contact with water or other liquids. Work is performed in an environmentally controlled environment.

Sensory Acuity

Ability to detect and translate speech or other communication required. May occasionally require the ability to distinguish colors and perceive relative distances between objects.

Why MCW?

• Outstanding Healthcare Coverage, including but not limited to Health, Vision, and Dental. Along with Flexible Spending options
  
• 403B Retirement Package
  
• Competitive Vacation and Paid Holidays offered
  
• Tuition Reimbursement
  
• Paid Parental Leave
  
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
  
• Pet Insurance
  
• On campus Fitness Facility, offering onsite classes
  
• Additional discounted rates on items such as: Select cell phone plans, local fitness facilities, Milwaukee recreation and entertainment etc.
  

For a brief overview of our benefits see: Benefits Overview

For a full list of positions see: MCW Careers

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