What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Trials Research Assistant - Pediatric Nephrology position at Pediatric Nephrology - Jobs@UIOWA Careers?
Within the Stead Family Department of Pediatrics, Division of Nephrology, this position will provide support for Pediatric Nephrology Clinical Research by conducting study visits, collecting, and analyzing results and performing operational duties associated with human research. This is a specified term position.
Duties to include:
- Perform research activities in Pediatric Nephrology.
- Consult with principal investigator to design forms to facilitate the collection and tracking of participant data, study drugs and study procedures. Design study source documents, assessment tools, and participant questionnaires.
- Meet with families to introduce them to research opportunities currently available. Screen, recruit, enroll and obtain informed consent from research subjects for clinical trials. Responsible for subject recruitment, subject management, scheduling, phone calls, etc. to aid in coordination of study visits.
- Perform procedures and techniques as outlined in clinical research protocols, assure fidelity to protocols.
- Document all study data in participant source documents and transfer this data to electronic case report forms. Ensure study data are valid and reliable.
- Submit protocols to the IRB and other review committees for approval prior to implementing research, as necessary for modifications and then annually for continuing review approvals.
- Responsible for safety programs by following guidelines and maintaining required documentation. Document all participant Serious Adverse Events and Adverse Events and report these to the primary investigator, study sponsor, and IRB.
For a full job description, please send an email to the contact listed below.
About the Department of Pediatrics:
The Stead Family Department of Pediatrics is a national leader in pediatric medicine. The Department's mission is to provide outstanding care to the children of Iowa and beyond by being a leader in state-of-the-art clinical care to children, performing cutting-edge research to find new treatments and cures for
childhood illnesses and educating the next generation of pediatric health care providers. The Department comprises the medical and research staff of UI Stead Family Children’s Hospital. UI Stead Family Children’s Hospital is one of the nation’s top-ranked pediatric care and research institutions, and Iowa’s only comprehensive children’s hospital.
About the Division of Nephrology, Dialysis, and Transplantation:
The Division of Nephrology, Dialysis, and Transplantation is the only pediatric nephrology program in the state of Iowa with dialysis and transplant capabilities for all pediatric age groups. The UI Stead Family Children’s Hospital Pediatric Dialysis Center opened in late 2010.
The multidisciplinary team of experts including pediatric nephrologists, specialized nurses, social workers, and nutritionists are located all around the state of Iowa, and develop protocols and standardized evidenced based treatment approaches.
Research in the division includes NIH-funded clinical trials that are nationally and internationally recognized. The faculty research includes exciting new developments and evidence for hemodynamic monitoring, fluid management, dialysis timing, and extracorporeal support for critically ill patients. Many collaborative research opportunities exist close at home and throughout the country.
Required Qualifications
- A Bachelor’s degree in a natural or health science field or discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum 6 months experience in clinical trial protocol management
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
- Demonstrated proficiency with computer software applications.
- Demonstrated experience working independently and in a group setting.
- Demonstrated experience managing information requiring attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
- Demonstrated understanding and/or experience in clinical research.
- 1-3 years of clinical patient care experience.
Highly Desirable Qualifications
- Certification that allows for blood draw (Phlebotomy Technician, Certified Medical Assistant, or LPN)
- Demonstrated experience in medical or clinical research related to nephrology.
Desired Qualifications
- Demonstrated ability to multi-task and excellent time management skills.
- Knowledge of medical terminology related to nephrology.
- Knowledge of Institutional Review Board Procedures, FDA regulations and study sponsor guidelines related to clinical trials research.
- 6 months to 1 year experience in medical research collection and validation of data.
Position and Application Details:
In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a “Relevant File” to the submission:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
The Stead Family Department of Pediatrics intends to hire for one position from either Clinical Research Nurse Coordinator, requisition #23003876, or Clinical Trials Research Assistant, requisition #23003864, based on the qualifications of the candidate. Please apply to the specific position for which you wish to be considered or both.
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.
For additional questions, please contact Pediatrics Human Resources at pedsuichildrenshr@uiowa.edu
This position is not eligible for university sponsorship for employment authorization.