Clinical Research Study Assistant I - Neurology

Location

SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110

Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

Under the direction of a Research Coordinator or Principal Investigator (PI), supports clinical research activities, including screening, consenting, and enrolling study participants. Assists with the collection, documentation, management, and reporting of clinical research data in accordance with study protocols and applicable regulatory requirements.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Participant Recruitment, Screening, and Consent

• Assists with the recruitment and screening of potential study participants in accordance with study protocols.
• Reviews medical records and other relevant information to assess preliminary eligibility for participation.
• Explains study procedures and requirements to participants and their caregivers or legally authorized representatives, as applicable.
• Obtains informed consent in accordance with approved protocols and institutional requirements.

Study Visit Coordination and Participant Support

• Schedules study visits and follow-up appointments and coordinates required study procedures.
• Prepares study packets, questionnaires, and other materials needed for participant visits.
• Assists with study visits by escorting participants to designated areas and coordinating their movement through various visit procedures.
• Explains and coordinates laboratory testing, diagnostic procedures and other study-related activities.
• Provides participants and caregivers with study-related information and directs them to appropriate resources as needed.

Data Collection and Documentation

• Collects and records research data from participant interviews, questionnaires, medical records, diagnostic tests, and other approved sources.
• Completes study forms, source documentation, and other required paperwork in accordance with study protocols and regulatory requirements.
• Performs basic, protocol-defined assessments and assists with the review of collected data for completeness and accuracy.
• Prepares and maintains study documentation and reports as required.

Laboratory and Clinical Research Support

• Assists with the collection, processing, labeling, storage and preparation of blood and other biological specimens for research purposes, as trained and authorized.
• Coordinates laboratory testing and other diagnostic procedures required by study protocols.
• Maintains study supplies an ensures that necessary materials are available for participant visits and research activities.

General Research Support

• Works collaboratively with Research Coordinators, PIs and other research team members to support study activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support the successful conduct of clinical research studies.

Working Conditions

Job Location/Working Conditions

• Normal office environment

Physical Effort

• Typically sitting at a desk or table

Equipment

• Office equipment

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education

High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience.

Certifications /Professional Licenses :

No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

Work Experience:

Customer Service (1 Year)

Skills

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.

Preferred Qualifications

Education

No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Certifications /Professional Licenses :

No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience:

Medical Customer Service (1 Year)

Skills

Clerical Skills, Database Management, Data Collection Methods, Data Entry, Detail-Oriented, High Accuracy, Information Organization, Interpersonal Communication, Researching

Grade

C06-H

Salary Range

$17.89 - $26.35 / Hourly

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ .

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity or shared ancestry, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. As a federal contractor, the university maintains affirmative action programs to implement its equal employment opportunity policy for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, in accordance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 (VEVRAA), as amended.