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Clinical Research Assistant I
Job Title: Part-Time Clinical Research Assistant I
Location: Minneapolis VA Medical Center
Job Code: Part-time, Not Benefits-eligible, Non-Exempt
Lead Worker: Steve Fu
Admin Supervisor: Alicia Woodward-Abel
Project: Residual Fu ((U80013)
Summary:
The Center for Veterans Research and Education (CVRE), whose mission is to help to support innovative research and education initiatives that improve the health and well-being of Veterans, is seeking a Research Assistant. The Research Assistant is responsible for collecting and processing data for IRB approved projects.
Responsibilities: Major duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following:
- Actively recruit patients to the study and perform relevant screenings for study criteria.
- Initiate, coordinate, and manage all aspects of the study process.
- Communicate and collaborate with the IRB.
- Engage the patient in the consent process.
- Administer local computer-based assessments of psychosocial functioning, mental health, and related measures.
- Maintain timely completion of regulatory documents locally.
- Communicate on a regular basis with the coordinating center.
- Develop systems improvements for conduct of the study locally.
- Organize and participate in outreach and engagement events with the local Veteran community.
- Maintain the schedule of the project.
- Coordinate activities with study personnel at other sites to facilitate consistency in implementing the study protocol, sharing of ideas, and problem solving locally.
- Submit necessary reports.
- Maintain the essential documents in electronic format.
- Facilitate and/or participate in the orientation of new professional staff.
- Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement process changes.
- Communicate and negotiate with all levels of the organization regarding system problems and recommended solutions.
- Perform complex tasks, coordinate processes, and get involved in decision-making.
- Other duties assigned.
Applicants should include a cover letter.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor’s (BA/BS) or above from an accredited college or university in
public health, sociology, psychology, or related allied health field or actively working toward a degree in one of the mentioned areas.
Experience: Prior research experience and clinical knowledge is preferred.
Licensure/Registration/Certification: None
Preferred Qualifications:
- Research Assistant experience dealing with data collection and data storage, human subject studies, and institutional review board processes.
- Knowledge of Good Clinical Practices, human subjects’ protections, and federal regulations related to clinical research.
- Prior research experience is preferred, including data collection and data storage, human subjects’ studies, and institutional review board process.
- Some programing knowledge
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Basic experience with trouble-shooting devices and software settings.
- Experience in coordinating multiple task and project elements with differing timelines and completion deadlines.
- Familiarity with Qualtrics is preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
Conditions of Employment:
- Subject to a criminal and educational background check.
- Designated and/or random drug testing may be required.
- Regular and predictable attendance is required.
- Typical hours fall within standard business hours, work may be required during hours beyond standard business hours, including weekends.
- Must be a US citizen
Physical Requirements: The employee must be able to navigate the medical center, use a keyboard, and life up to 25 lbs. Reasonable accommodation may be considered in determining an applicant’s ability to perform the duties/functions of the position.
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