"Clinical Research Assistant"

Position Highlights

This position supports the research and community outreach missions of the Department of Family and Community Medicine in the College of Medicine - Tucson. Under the guidance of the Vice Chair for Research, this position engages in clinical research coordination, data gathering and analysis, and research participant management. Position supports community outreach by planning, organizing, and implementing community outreach activities under the direction of department leadership.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; state retirement plan; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the Vice Chair for research, assist in the daily coordination of research projects to ensure projects are carried out on schedule and within budget.
• Under the supervision of department leadership, engages with community outreach programs to plan, organize and implement community outreach events and initiatives.
• Project administration, including but not limited to budget tracking, payment of invoices, compilation of required documentation, ordering of supplies, and meetings with involved parties.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex issues, exercise sound judgment, and independently develop innovative, practical solutions for leadership review.
• Proven ability to exchange information effectively with internal departments and external stakeholders to advance objectives and ensure successful outcomes.
• Ability to operate with minimal supervision, apply critical thinking to determine the most effective approach, and deliver high-quality results aligned with organizational expectations.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

Minimum Qualifications

• 5 years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• High school diploma or high school diploma equivalency is required.

Posting Number: req25194
Department: Family and Community Medicine
Location: Tucson Campus
Address: 655 N Alvernon Way, Tucson, AZ USA
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week: 40
Job FTE: 1.0
Work Calendar: Fiscal
Job Category: Research
Benefits Eligible: Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay: $18.15-$22.69
Compensation Type: hourly rate
Grade: 4
Career Stream and Level: OC3
Job Family: Clinical Research
Job Function: Research
Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies: 1
Open Until Filled: Yes
Documents Needed to Apply: Resume and Cover Letter