Clinical Research Assistant

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Unit: Massey Comprehensive Cancer Ctr MBU

Department: Massey Research Support

Position Summary

The Clinical Research Assistant will support multiple active research studies within Dr. Fuemmeler’s lab, with a primary focus on community outreach, patient engagement, and research communications. The role spans several funded projects and requires strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate project communications across the lab’s portfolio, including developing and disseminating research newsletters and stakeholder updates
• Serve as a community liaison for the LEGO (THRIVE at Home) project, supporting outreach efforts to cancer survivorship communities and underserved populations
• Provide research coordination support for the ACCERT project, including tracking deliverables, coordinating meetings, and maintaining project documentation

Support IRB documentation, data collection activities, and reporting as needed across projects

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or Public Health
• Experience in community engagement, program coordination, or health research
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Public Health, or a related field

Salary Range: $25/hr

Benefits: All VCU employee types are eligible for a wide array of benefits to support you during your employment at VCU. Consult the benefits website for information on benefits eligibility according to employee type.

FLSA Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

Hours per Week: 20

ORP Eligible: No

University Job Title: 34001N - Clinical Research Assistant 1

Rank: Non Faculty

Contact Name: Ashley Krauss
Contact Email: ashley.krauss@vcuhealth.org