Clinical Research Assistant

McLean Hospital
United States, Massachusetts, Belmont
115 Mill Street (Show on map)
Jan 24, 2025
Summary Working under the supervision of a Senior Research Assistant, Manager or Principal Investigator and following established policies and procedures, provides assistance on clinical research studies. Supervisor available to handle unusual situations and regularly reviews progress of work. Does this position require Patient Care? No Essential Functions Collects and organizes patient data. -Maintains records and databases. -Uses software programs to generate graphs and reports. -Recruiting patients for clinical trials, conducts phone interviews and schedules patients for visits. -Obtains patient study data from medical records, physicians, etc. -Conducts library searches. -Performs administrative support duties as required. -Verifies accuracy of study forms. -Updates study forms per protocol. -Prepares data for analysis and data entry. -Assists with formal audits of data. -Documents patient visits and procedures. -Assists with regulatory binders and QA/QC procedures. -Assists with interviewing study subjects. -Administers and scores questionnaires. -Provides basic explanation of study and in some cases obtains informed consent from subjects. -Performs study procedures such as phlebotomy. -Assists with study regulatory submissions. -Writes consent forms. -Verifies subject inclusion/exclusion criteria. Education Bachelor's Degree required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Experience Related experience 0-1 year Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Careful attention to details. - Good organizational skills. - Ability to follow directions. - Good interpersonal and communication skills. - All employees must possess basic computer skills to use a variety of electronic or online systems for communication, clinical and administrative purposes. - Working knowledge of clinical research protocols. - Ability to demonstrate respect and professionalism for subjects' rights and individual needs. - Works independently under close supervision. Physical Requirements Standing Frequently (34-66%) Walking Frequently (34-66%) Sitting Occasionally (3-33%) Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device) Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs Pushing Occasionally (3-33%) Pulling Occasionally (3-33%) Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%) Balancing Frequently (34-66%) Stooping Occasionally (3-33%) Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%) Crouching Occasionally (3-33%) Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%) Reaching Frequently (34-66%) Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%) Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%) Feeling Constantly (67-100%) Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%) Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%) Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%) Talking Constantly (67-100%) Hearing Constantly (67-100%) The McLean Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.