"Clinical Research Specialist 2"

The Ohio State University College of Dentistry is looking for a post-doctoral dentist for one-year research fellow position, effective immediately.

The candidate will be expected to perform clinical as well as pre-clinical dental ultrasound studies. In addition to performing experiments, the fellow will analyze and present data, prepare manuscripts, assist in preparation of grant reports, and participate in research group data discussions.

The Clinical Research Specialist coordinates and performs daily clinical research activities in accordance with approved protocols administered by the Clinical Trials Office; assists with assessing patient records to identify patients who are eligible to participate in specified clinical research protocols; recruits, interviews and enrolls patients; obtains informed consent and ensures consent process is administered in compliance to regulatory and sponsor requirements; educates patients and families of purpose, goals, and processes of clinical study; coordinates scheduling and follow-through of patient care appointments, procedures, & other diagnostic testing in accordance with study protocol; participates in the collection, processing & evaluation of biological samples; administers, evaluates and calculates standardized scoring of diagnostic, psychological or behavioral testing or questionnaires; assists with monitoring patients for adverse reactions to study treatment, procedure or medication and notifies appropriate clinical professional to evaluate patient response, identify status of complications, & provide appropriate level of care; documents unfavorable responses and notifies research sponsors & applicable regulatory agencies; participates in evaluating patients for compliance related to protocol; assists with collecting, extracting, coding, and analyzing clinical research data; generates reports and reviews to ensure validity of data; supports activities to ensure compliance with all Institutional Review Boards (IRB), FDA (Federal Drug Administration), federal, state and industry sponsor regulations; assists with coordinating and preparing for external quality assurance and control reviews by IRB, federal or industry sponsors; participates in activities to develop new research protocols and contributes to establishment of study goals to meet protocol requirements.

This position is contingent upon continued grant funding.

Pay Range
$24.76 - $32.33/hour based on relevant experience and education.

Work Schedule
Monday - Friday
7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Physical Requirements
Work is performed primarily in an office environment and the employee in this position is subject to indoor environmental conditions. This position requires sustained periods using a keyboard and performing other computer work as well as reviewing documents both in hard copy and electronic formats.
Requires sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes, which permits the employee to function in a general office environment to accomplish tasks.
This position requires successful completion of a criminal background check and drug and alcohol screening.

Required Experience/Education
Required: 1 year of performing clinical research, dental digital workflow, periodontal/implant surgeries are also required.
Bachelors Degree in Biological Sciences, Health Sciences, Social Sciences or other medical field, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

Preferred Experience/Education
A dental degree (DDS), either granted by a CODA-accredited Dental School in the United States or by a foreign Dental School.
2-4 years of relevant research experience preferred in surgical dentistry, such as performing periodontal and implant surgeries and understanding of interpreting dental ultrasound images or demonstrate the ability to do so. A degree in dental radiology is desirable.
A related masters or PhD degree will be given preference. The candidate should have research experience on using software and the dental digital workflow, e.g., 3D Slicer, Osirix/Horos, Blue Sky Bio, 3-D printing, etc.