Research Assistant

at  Cleveland Clinic

Join the Cleveland Clinic team, where you will work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-first healthcare. Cleveland Clinic is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the nation. At Cleveland Clinic, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

As a Research Assistant, you will assist with the compliant implementation and conduct of human subject research projects. Your duties will include but are not limited to:

• Assisting with the development and coordination of the research subject schedule.
• Attaining and maintaining clinical competencies for unlicensed caregivers.
• Ordering and stocking supplies.

The ideal caregiver is someone who:

• Is Detailed-oriented and organized.
• Works with integrity and transparency.
• Can multi-task.
• Preferably has experience in research.

As a Research Assistant, you will work in a dynamic and technologically advanced environment that allows you to discover, learn, and grow.
At Cleveland Clinic, we know what matters most. That’s why we treat our caregivers as if they are our own family, and we are always creating ways to be there for you. Here, you’ll find that we offer: resources to learn and grow, a fulfilling career for everyone, and comprehensive benefits that invest in your health, your physical and mental well-being and your future. When you join Cleveland Clinic, you’ll be part of a supportive caregiver family that will be united in shared values and purpose to fulfill our promise of being the best place to receive care and the best place to work in healthcare.

EDUCATION:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Knowledge of medical terminology helpful.
• Bachelor’s Degree may offset experience requirements.
• Demonstrated proficiency with a variety of computer-based skills, especially in the use of work processing, spreadsheets, database and presentation software, and the ability to undertake internet searches.
• Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must be self-directed with demonstrated ability to work independently.
• Within 90 days of hire, must successfully complete certification in Human Subjects Research as required by the Responsible Conduct of Research guidelines adopted by Cleveland Clinic.
• Continually demonstrates competency with defined requirements for the position as established by Cleveland Clinic.

WORK EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum one year experience in a healthcare setting preferred. Degree may offset experience requirement.
• Phlebotomy experience preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• A high degree of dexterity to produce materials on a computer. Requires normal or corrected vision and hearing to normal range. Extensive sitting and frequent walking, occasional lifting or carrying up to 25 pounds. May have some exposure to communicable diseases or body fluids. May require working irregular hours.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists research team with research study related tasks.
• Assists with completion of protocol related activities.
• As delegated, may be required to attain and maintain clinical competencies for unlicensed. caregivers such as phlebotomy, vital signs, ECG, POC testing and other testing as required.
• Assists with the development and coordination of the research subject schedule in compliance with the research protocol.
• Assists with the collection, recording and maintenance of research study records.
• Understands basic concepts of study design. Demonstrates comprehension of assigned research protocols. Develops and maintains knowledge of research protocol to coordinate the comprehensive and compliant execution of assigned protocols.
• May assist in the development and maintenance of research tools, such as spreadsheets, questionnaires and/or brochures. Maintains study personnel certification records (License, CV, CITI).
• Establishes and maintains filing systems. Orders and stocks supplies.
• Maintains professional relationships, including frequent and open effective communication with internal and external customers.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

As a Research Assistant, you will assist with the compliant implementation and conduct of human subject research projects. Your duties will include but are not limited to:

• Assisting with the development and coordination of the research subject schedule.
• Attaining and maintaining clinical competencies for unlicensed caregivers.
• Ordering and stocking supplies