Clinical Research Assistant, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Job Overview

As one of the oldest medical schools in the country, the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine (COM) has a reputation for training best-in-class health care professionals and developing cutting-edge procedures and research that improves the health and clinical care of patients. In partnership with the UC Health academic healthcare system and Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, College of Medicine's doctors are transforming the world of medicine every day. The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology is a top-tier department with a world-renowned faculty and staff.

The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine is seeking a Research Assistant with a focus on gynecologic clinical research. This is a staff research position and compensation will be commensurate with the experience and professional accomplishments of the selected applicant. This position will be 100% clinical research. The Research Assistant will assist researchers in the department of OBGYN and will also collaborate with researchers at Cincinnati Children’s Medical Center.

Essential Functions

• Assist physicians, nurses and researchers during clinical studies.
• Assist with patient recruitment and study enrollment
• Perform routine physical/clinical procedures such as phlebotomy, blood pressure readings, pulse etc.
• Prepare procedure room, change linen and paper, stock gowns, sheets and other supplies.
• Schedule study-related appointments by phone; schedule return visits and tests.
• Clean instruments and equipment and prepare for autoclave.
• Welcome and assist study participants with registration. Provide general information concerning the study. Assist with completing necessary paperwork and ensure that all the appropriate data has been included.
• Accurately enters data from electronic medical records, or paper research charts, into study specific electronic data capture systems in a timely manner for industry-sponsored, federally-funded, or investigator initiated clinical research studies.
• Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.

Required Education

• High School Diploma or GED

Additional Qualifications Considered

• Associate’s Degree
• Two (2) years of general workforce experience.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.