UNIV – Clinical Research Assistant – Surgery: Transplant Surgery Research

Job Description Summary

The Department of Surgery, Division of Transplant Surgery Research is actively recruiting for a Clinical Research Assistant. The Clinical Research Assistant is responsible for coordination of investigator-initiated transplant studies for the Department of Surgery as directed by the Principal Investigator. This person will also conduct all research in adherence with the FDA Code of Federal Regulations, “Good Clinical Practices”, and adhere to the MUSC IRB regulations for the protection of human subjects.

Entity

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC – Univ)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Research Grant

Cost Center

CC001066 COM SURG Administration CC

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

University-04

Pay Range

$31,561 – $44,977 – $58,393

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

Pay Range:

$31,561.00 – $44,977.00 – $58,393.00 (min – mid – max)

Job Duties:

• 35% – The Program Assistant will ensure study-required clinical elements and tests are conducted and collected according to the protocol. They will conduct simple study visits per study protocol.
• 25% – The Program Assistant will obtain and document informed consent under the direction of the Principal Investigator. They will maintain accurate informed consent documents for later review.
• 20% – The Program Assistant will screen and prescreen potential patients for their assigned research studies. They will maintain screening and enrollment logs, as required, and provide periodic updates to the study team.
• 10% – The Program Assistant will complete case reports forms and other source documents in a timely manner. They will create simple data collection forms, when required, to capture protocol specific data.
• 10% – The Program Assistant will perform simple data entry to study databases in a timely manner. They will be responsible for the resolution of study specific queries within the EDC system.

Preferred Education and Experience:

A bachelor’s degree. Works independently with minimal supervision. Must exercise judgment and discretion. Establish and maintain effective working relationships. Must be able to communicate effectively.

Additional Job Description

Minimum Requirements:

A high school diploma and four years of relevant program experience. A bachelor’s degree may be substituted for the required program experience.

Physical Requirements:

(Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous – 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent – 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent – 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent) Ability to perform ‘pinching’ operations. (Infrequent) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift objects, up to 15 lbs., from floor level to height of 36 inches, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 15 lbs., from height of 36 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Frequent) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Frequent) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Frequent) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to hear and/or understand whispered conversations at a distance of 3 feet. (Frequent) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Frequent) Ability to work in dusty areas. (Infrequent)

The Department of Surgery is dedicated to ensuring the voices of our trainees, staff, faculty, and patients are heard; their thoughts are respected and their feelings are valued. We pride ourselves on creating an inclusive culture dedicated to helping shape the field of surgery to be more diverse. We value our residents, fellows, faculty, and staff of every race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, and disability. Our goal is to continue to expand our diversity within our talented team, which leads to even more inclusive patient-centered care. Please click on the link below to learn more about our diversity efforts.

https://medicine.musc.edu/departments/surgery/diversity-and-inclusion 

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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