Clinical Research Professional, Department of Neurology & Rehabilitation

at  University of Cincinnati

Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors > http://bit.ly/UCEMPL
Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to more than 50,000 students, 11,000 faculty and staff and 340,000 alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.”
With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, nine straight years of record enrollment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC’s momentum has never been stronger. UC’s annual budget tops $1.65 billion and its endowment totals $1.8 billion. The University’s overall regional economic impact exceeds $10.6 billion, paving the way for the future of Cincinnati.

JOB OVERVIEW

As one of the oldest medical schools in the country, the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine (COM) has a reputation for training best-in-class health care professionals and developing cutting-edge procedures and research that improves the health and clinical care of patients. In partnership with the UC Health academic healthcare system and Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center, College of Medicine’s doctors and faculty are transforming the world of medicine every day. The Department of Neurology & Rehabilitation Medicine is a top-tier department with world-renowned faculty and staff. With world-class research, teaching and medical practice opportunities, why not choose the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine?
UC is one of the largest employers in the Cincinnati region, employing over 15,000 full-time and part time faculty, staff and student workers.
Founded in 1947, the UC Department of Neurology and Rehabilitation Medicine is revolutionizing medicine by connecting discovery and education to world-class care in neurological diseases. Our vision is to be the model organization that integrates neurologic clinical care, research and education.
The University of Cincinnati, College of Medicine, Department of Neurology and Rehabilitation Medicine, is seeking a full-time clinical research professional to assist in their clinical research. The incumbent will provide technical support for research projects. Duties can span a broad range of activities or be primarily focused within one or more areas of the clinical research spectrum. This position will support the University’s mission and commitment to excellence in our students, faculty, staff and all our activities.

REQUIRED EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s Degree must be in a related field.
• Five (5) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

One (1) year of related experience.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS CONSIDERED

Experience in an academic or clinical setting in the area of clinical specialization.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Sitting - Continuously

• Plan and coordinate clinical research projects.
• Screen patients for inclusion in study based on pre-determined criteria.
• In conjunction with the investigator, document and evaluate adverse events and response to treatment.
• Perform routine physical/clinical procedures.
• Coordinate nursing and patient care as applicable to research studies. Actively participate in patient care and/or patient follow-up.
• Ensure compliance with contract principles, federal regulations, laws and University of Cincinnati (UC)/University of Cincinnati Physicians Company (UCPC) policy and operating procedures.
• Maintain regulatory documentation. Prepare IRB submissions.
• Assist in drafting compliant advertisements.
• Liaison with medical staff, university departments, ancillary departments, satellite facilities, IRB, and industry contacts.
• Ensure research staff complete all requisite training.
• May serve as a resource person or act as a consultant within area of clinical expertise.
• Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.