Clinical Research Assistant III - Surgery

About the role

Assist study coordinators by providing administrative and data collection support for clinical research studies. Primary Responsibilities Under direction of the study coordinator or principal investigator, conduct research activities to include visit study participant homes, community centers and other community settings to interview, administer surveys, recruit, and enroll and follow-up with study participants as directed. Coordinate patient visits to clinic. Organize study participant charts and files, and distribute to appropriate location. Coordinate research related projects such as mailings, participant contact information, patient visits and focus groups Collect samples from patients as needed. Process and transport samples as directed. Collect required data from study coordinators and research nurses. Code and enter onto clinical research forms and into computerized database. Order and maintain log of stipend checks and/or gift certificates to be distributed to study participants. Verify accuracy of bills and stipends. Provide general clerical support to nurses and investigators. Compose letters to study participants. Provide writing and editorial assistance in the preparation of grants, manuscripts and other study related reports. Assist with the creation of brochures, flyers and educational materials. Conduct literature searches. Translate oral and written communication to and from English, if required. Other duties as assigned. Knowledge - Skills - Abilities Knowledge of biology, chemistry, mathematics, documentation, and records management. Data utilization, complex problem solving, critical thinking, resource management, and writing skills.