Clinical Research Assistant (Contractual/C2)

Job Description

This is a FULL-TIME, CONTRACTUAL C2 position

The University of Maryland Cardiac Surgery Research Unit (CRU) is currently seeking a dynamic Clinical Research Assistant to join their fast-paced, high-reward clinical research team. The University of Maryland Cardiac Surgery Division houses the highly effective multidisciplinary program within The Maryland Heart Center. The CRU is a fully integrated organization created specifically to facilitate the advancement of clinical research, discoveries, and innovations. The CRU manages a broad domain of surgical studies, including surgical coronary revascularization, mitral valve disease, aortic valve disease, thoracic aortic disease, pediatric cardiac disease, LVAD, ECMO, and heart and lung transplant.

The position is responsible for assisting with coordinating the day-to-day operations of one or more research studies or clinical trial protocols. The position coordinates data collection and maintenance, project evaluation, meeting scheduling, and research subject interfacing. The Clinical Research Project Assistant adheres to good clinical practices, study protocols, and applicable regulations, conducts complex work, contributes to measurable team objectives, and uses discretion to solve issues. The position will work in the Division of Cardiac Surgery at the University of Maryland, Baltimore School of Medicine.

BENEFITS (Contractual/C2 Employee):

UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development. Contingent Category II staff receive a generous leave package that includes over 2 weeks of vacation each year, paid holidays, personal leave, sick time, and time for community service; subsidized comprehensive health insurance and supplemental retirement options; professional learning and development programs; limited tuition remission for employees enrolled at UMB; life insurance and long-term disability; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job).

UMB is a public university and constituent institution of the University System of Maryland. All employees are expected to work primarily physically within the State of Maryland.

PRIMARY DUTIES

• Responsible for assisting with the performance of research projects in a clinical setting, including recruitment of potential study subjects and collection and organization of data.
• Assist with performing data collection by conducting research interviews, reviewing medical charts, and accessing computerized medical information systems. Assists with recruiting and screening subjects for research studies according to IRB approved protocols.
• Assist in verifying participant eligibility; obtains consent and enrollment; and assures accurate demographic information for follow-up.
• Assist with data analysis and interpretation, and the development of statistical reports of study data using descriptive statistics using SAS, STATA, and SPSS statistical software. Assists in developing, submitting, and providing content for grants, papers, abstracts, manuscripts, and presentations. Conducts and analyzes literature searches.
• Assist the Principal Investigator and other research personnel in the development of research protocols and materials by providing study analysis and forming conclusions and recommendations.
• Assist in performing administrative duties. Maintains communication with participants and colleagues regarding protocol specific information and research orders. May also assist with providing assessments and ensuring protocol compliance while participants are in a study.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelor's degree in a scientific field of study related to the research of the clinical setting.
Experience: Prior clinical research experience preferred.
Other: May consider a combination of directly related experience and education.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

Knowledge of position requirements. Knowledge of all applicable requirements, regulations, and laws. Skill in effective use of applicable technology/systems. Ability to effectively communicate both verbal and written thoughts, ideas, and facts. Ability to work cooperatively with others and independently. Ability to demonstrate, understand, apply, and adhere to the UMB Core Values of Respect and Integrity, Well-being and Sustainability, Equity and Justice, and Innovation and Discovery.

Hiring Range: $48,000 - $53,000 per year / Commensurate with education and experience