Clinical Research Assistant (Baltimore, MD)

at  University of Maryland Baltimore

The University of Maryland School of Medicine, Institute of Human Virology (IHV) is currently recruiting for a Clinical Research Assistant. This position will assist clinical research team in conducting a large clinical research studies in Baltimore location. The Clinical Research Assistant is responsible for assisting with the performance of research projects in a clinical setting, including recruitment of potential study subjects and collection and organization of data.

HIRING RANGE: $46,000 - $49,000 (COMMENSURATE WITH EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE)

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Job: Reg or CII Exempt Staff - E3302C
Employee Class : Exempt Regular
Full Time/Part Time: Full-Time
Shift: Day Job
Financial Disclosure: No
Organization: School of Medicine
Job Posting: May 31, 2024
Unposting Date: Jun 14, 2024, 10:59:00 P

• Communicates directly with participants regarding the research study. Perform data collection by conducting research interviews, reviewing medical charts, and accessing computerized medical information systems. Recruits and screens subjects for research studies according to IRB approved protocols. Depending on research specialty, may verify participant eligibility; obtains consent and enrollment; and assures accurate demographic information for follow-up.Independently establish and maintain database files and reports using computer applications such as Microsoft Excel/Access. Perform data checks, audits, and data cleaning. Check validity and accuracy of data ensuring compliance with quality control requirements and study relevance.
• Perform data analysis and interpretation and develops statistical reports of study data using descriptive statistics using SAS, STATA, and SPSSS software. Assists in developing, submitting, and providing content for grants, papers, abstracts, manuscripts, and presentations. Conducts and analyzes literature searches.
• Assist the Principal Investigator and other research personnel in the development of research protocols and materials by providing study analysis and forming conclusions and recommendations.
• Perform administrative duties such as: providing training and guidance to interviewers; assisting in developing and submitting grants, papers, abstracts, manuscripts and presenting studies; developing protocol manuals and data collection instruments; participating in field visits, responding to requests and questions from individuals, institutions, government agencies, and funding agencies; and participating in the design of research studies.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
  Qualifications
  Education: Bachelor’s degree in a scientific field of study related to the research of the clinical setting.
  Experience: Prior clinical research experience preferred.
  Other: May consider a combination of directly related experience and education.