Clinical Research Assistant- Otolaryngology

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 Otolaryngology and in partnership with the College of Medicine Center for Clinical Research Management or Cancer Trials Office if working with these offices. 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. Requires successful completion of a background check; qualified candidates may be asked to complete a pre-employment physical, including a drug screen.