Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Clinical Research Assistant II (Part-Time)

Location : Minneapolis VA Medical Center

Job Code : CRAII, Part Time, Not Benefit Eligible, Non-Exempt

Lead Worker : John Looft

Admin Supervisor: Lindsey Arnold

Project : Wilken CDO – S10061

Summary:

The Center for Veterans Research and Education (CVRE), whose mission is to help support

innovative research and education initiatives that improve the health and well-being of Veterans, is

seeking a Clinical Research Assistant II.

Position Description:

The Clinical Research Assistant II is responsible for assisting the Principal Investigator with the conduct of preparatory work, recruitment of and follow-up with study participants for the RECOVER studies.

Responsibilities:

Major duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Preparing and emailing/mailing recruitment and randomization materials
• Fabricate prostheses and orthoses for research and development studies, including novel prototype devices, with direction from Research Prosthetist Orthotists, Clinical Prosthetists Orthotists, Design Engineers, and Principal Investigators in the RECOVER Program.
• Assist with research studies including testing of rehabilitation technologies by persons with disabilities, including recruiting, performing informed consent, collecting data relevant to the research questions, data entry, organization, and analysis, and working with clinical staff of the hospital during these studies.
• Utilize scanning, CAD and CAM technologies to assist with shape capture.
• Manage, organize, and coordinate administrative aspects of the RECOVER Program, including but not limited to preparing vouchers, submitting work orders/maintenance requests, ordering supplies and maintaining inventory, scheduling of rooms and conference calls.
• Communicate with Principal Investigator(s) on a regular basis.
• Participate in regular meetings reporting progress and/or problems encountered in the conduct of the study.
• Provide input to the Principal Investigator and clinical staff of the hospital during planning of future research and development activities.
• Perform record-keeping and assist with writing of articles, invention disclosures, and grant proposals relevant to design, fabrication, and testing of new rehabilitation technologies.
• Assist with purchasing new equipment and materials and supplies needed for the research and development activities.
• Ensure that components of the project are completed in an ethical, scientifically rigorous, and timely manner.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and that lab specific protocols are established and followed.
• Provide administrative support to initiate studies including assisting with preparation of grant applications and IRB submissions.
• Other duties as assigned

Applicant must include a cover letter

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor’s (BA/BS) or above from an accredited college or university in

public health, sociology, psychology, or related allied health field

Experience: 1-3 years of experience required for CRA II or a post-graduate degree.

Licensure/Registration/Certification: None

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum 1 year of Clinical Research Assistant experience dealing with data collection and data storage, human subject studies, and institutional review board processes preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Basic experience with trouble-shooting devices and software settings.
• Experience in coordinating multiple task and project elements with differing timelines and completion deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Knowledge of Good Clinical Practices, human subjects’ protection, and federal regulations related to clinical research.

Conditions of Employment:

• Subject to a criminal and educational background check.
• Designated and/or random drug testing may be required.
• Regular and predictable attendance is required.
• Typical hours fall within standard business hours, work may be required during hours beyond standard business hours, including weekends.
• Must be a US citizen

Physical Requirements: The employee must be able to navigate the medical center, use a keyboard, and lift 25 lbs. Reasonable accommodation may be considered in determining an applicant’s ability to perform the duties/functions of the position.

Equal Employment Opportunity: Center for Veterans Research and Education does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity or status as transgender, national origin, caste, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor protected by federal, state or local law.

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