Clinical Research Assistant

The Ohio State University

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

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In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The assistant will support clinical research on biological mechanisms underlying chemotherapy side effects in breast cancer patients. Responsibilities include recruiting participants, collecting biosamples from homes, and performing lab processing and data reporting.

Qualifications

You have a Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences, Health Sciences, or a related medical field, along with a valid driver's license for in-home specimen and data collection. You will assist in clinical research studies, perform participant recruitment, behavioral testing, and biosample processing.

Must Have Skills for ATS

driver's license

specimen collection

data collection

biosample processing

Job Description

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Job Title:

Clinical Research Assistant

Department:

Medicine | Psychiatry

The university will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

This position requires traveling to research participants’ homes to collect specimens and data; therefore, a valid driver’s license is required

The Clinical Research Assistant will provide assistance in support of clinical research studies focused on the biological mechanisms (circadian rhythms and gut-brain axis) that underlie the behavioral (and other) side effects of chemotherapy (e.g., fatigue, mood, cognitive impairment, diarrhea) in breast cancer patients; assist with implementation and coordination of studies; assist with regulatory documents; participate in recruitment of study participants; perform behavioral or diagnostic testing; retrieve stool and blood samples; perform biosample processing in our lab; assist with collection maintenance & reporting of clinical research data.

This position requires traveling to research participants’ homes to collect specimens and data; therefore, a valid driver’s license is required.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Sciences, Health Sciences, or medical field, or equivalent combination of education and experience required. 0 years of relevant experience required. 2-4 years of relevant experience preferred.

Additional Information:

Location:

Institute of Brain, Behavior and Immunology (0878)

Position Type:

Term (Fixed Term)

Scheduled Hours:

40

Shift:

First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check.  A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

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