Clinical Research Assistant II

Position Description:

Position Summary

Clinical Research Assistant II

Purpose

Under general supervision, assist in various administrative and data collection aspects of clinical research studies in the Clinical and Translational Science Institute’s Clinical Trials Office. 

Primary Functions

  •   Coordinate patient visits to clinic.  Organize study participant charts and files, and distribute to appropriate location

  •   Collect required data from study coordinators and research nurses, and enter onto clinical research forms and into computerized database

  •   Verify accuracy of bills and stipends

  •   Generate letters to be sent to study participants

  •   Under the direction of the study coordinator or principal investigator, assist in enrolling patients in educational and social intervention research studies. Contact patients as required after initial contact to obtain additional information

  •   Provide general clerical support to nurses and investigators

  •   Order and maintain log of stipend checks and/or gift certificates to be distributed to study participants

  •   Compile outreach packets, recruitment and specimen collection kits

Knowledge – Skills – Abilities

Knowledge of biology, chemistry, mathematics, documentation, and records management. Data utilization, complex problem solving, critical thinking, resource management, and writing skills.

Organizational Structure

Building: Froedtert Pavilion

Department: CTSI

Division: Governance

Reports to: Lead Coordinator or Program Manager

Direct Reports: None

Collaborates with: MCW/FH/CW faculty and staff and external stakeholders  

Preferred Schedule:

Position Requirements:

Specifications

Appropriate education and/or experience may be substituted on equivalent basis

Minimum Required Education: High school

Minimum Required Experience: 1 year

Preferred Education:  Health Sciences

Preferred Experience:  Clinical Research

Field:  Heath Sciences/Administration

Certification: CITI training within 90 days of hire

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