Clinical Research Assistant- Ophthalmology

Clinical Research Assistant participates in the data collection, maintenance, and reporting, and/or patient interfacing activities for clinical and translational research studies within the Department of Ophthalmology. This role involves coordinating and performing clinical research in accordance with approved protocols, including therapeutic studies involving interventions like mindfulness, medication, or devices. Key patient-facing duties include assessing patient records to identify eligible participants, recruiting, interviewing, and enrolling patients, obtaining informed consent, and educating participants on the study process. CRA coordinates patient appointments and procedures, administers standardized diagnostic, psychological, or behavioral testing and calculates scoring, and may collect, process, and evaluate biological samples. Administrative and support tasks include assisting with the collection, entry, and maintenance of clinical research data into study databases, preparing documentation for research progress reports, completing Institutional Review Board (IRB) and sponsor study documents, and assisting with the preparation of manuscripts and grant proposals.

Minimum Education & Experience Required

Candidates must hold a bachelors degree in biological, health, social, or medical sciences, or possess an equivalent combination of education and experience. While no prior experience is required, 24 years of relevant experience is preferred. Proficient computer skills are essential. For patient-interfacing roles, candidates must have at least one year of total experience, including a minimum of six months in a clinical support capacity and six months in a clinical research role. Requires successful completion of a background check; qualified candidates may be asked to complete a pre-employment physical, including a drug screen.