TI Clinical Research Assistant 2 at Oregon Health & Science University

Portland, Oregon, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

22 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Clinical Trials, Data Entry, Patient Interaction, Vital Signs, Blood Drawing, Sample Processing, Inventory Management, Communication Skills, Organizational Skills, Microsoft Office Suite, IRB Submissions, Research Coordination, Problem Solving, Attention to Detail, Team Collaboration, Fast-Paced Environment

Industry

Higher Education

Description

Department Overview This position supports industry-sponsored, NIH-funded, and investigator-initiated clinical trials in the Department of Dermatology, under the supervision of Alex Ortega, MD. Duties include: assisting with trial start-up activities, including corresponding with the OHSU Institutional Review Board (IRB), eCRIS and ensuring all appropriate training and documentation is complete; recruiting, interviewing, and screening subjects for trials; following subjects throughout trial and follow-up period; ensuring all required data is collected and protocol is followed; reporting adverse reactions to trial sponsor and IRB, as appropriate; taking vital signs, performing ECGs, and drawing blood as required by the protocol; performing sample processing and shipping; performing inventory checks and maintaining trial supplies; entering data collected from subject visits into appropriate system for clinical trials; assisting with regular reporting of study updates to IRB and subjects, as applicable; attend meetings as directed by clinical trials investigators; additional duties may be assigned by clinical trials investigators or the Manager. Duration of this appointment and indicated salary may be changed or eliminated if a gift, grant, or contract fund supporting this position becomes unavailable. Function/Duties of Position Coordinating patient visits, procedures, schedules. Rooming study patients, taking vital signs, drawing blood, processing lab specimens for shipment. Collection and entry of data from patient electronic medical records and research subject charts into study databases, internal trackers (eCRIS), and Case Report Forms and upload patient imaging. Resolve any data queries identified by the study monitor, auditor, or other individual reviewing the study data within tight deadlines with competing priorities. Correct any quality control issues with the data entry. Maintain data integrity including advocating for if/when data should not be changed. Additional tasks may include but are not limited to: Lab grading, obtaining and verifying study team signatures/oversight, safety report tracking and processing. Organizing, purging research supply area. Coordination of study monitor/auditor visits by scheduling and obtaining monitor/auditor access and assist the study monitor/auditor with any data entry queries. This is to occur both in preparation for the monitor/audit visit and serving as a representative to support the monitor/auditor’s ability to access our site’s information. Assisting with IRB and eCRIS submissions, study start-up and reviews Assisting physician, NP with study related procedures. Required Qualifications Bachelor's in relevant field OR Associate's AND 2 years of relevant experience OR 3 years of relevant experience OR Equivalent combination of training and experience. Basic computer skills Strong communication skills and ability to work with people in a smaller space. Strong organizational skills and creativity. Ability to work in fast-paced environments. Competence in computer work (both PC and Macintosh) and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, etc.). Ability to perform the job duties with or without accommodation. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry or other Science. Previous clinical and/or research experience is highly preferred but not required. Basic medical experience is a plus (vital signs). Prefer experience with Epic Health Information System or internal OHSU electronic systems (eIRB, eCRIS). CCRP or CCRA cert, phlebotomy cert, cert nurse’s aide or medical assistant a plus. All are welcome Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.

Responsibilities

The TI Clinical Research Assistant 2 supports clinical trials by coordinating patient visits, collecting data, and ensuring compliance with protocols. Responsibilities include recruiting subjects, taking vital signs, and assisting with trial documentation and reporting.