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Posted Job Title

Temp - Clinical Research Assistant

Job Profile Title

Temporary Employee - Non-Exempt

Job Description Summary

Assist with study coordination and recruitment for two studies within the Renal, Electrolyte, and Hypertension Division. Works directly with study physicians, study coordinators, and other research staff. Performs chart extraction, prepping charts, and creating source documents, entering data into databases. Maintain and file study records, logs, databases, and spreadsheets. Knowledge of medical terminology and ability to read lab reports needed. Familiarity working with Penn chart is preferred. Must be willing to work a flexible schedule that would include occasional early mornings or late evenings..

Job Description

We are looking for a highly motivated, dedicated and enthusiastic individual who will provide study assistance/coordination for patient-oriented clinical and translational research projects within the Renal Division. The primary duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Assist with Institutional Review Board (IRB) documentation including submissions, continuing reviews, amendments, and adverse event reporting.

• Assist, process, file, and organize study and regulatory documentation.

• Assist in the coordination, creation, organization, and maintenance of all documentation, logs, spreadsheets, and databases required by sponsor or clinical research organizations (CROs) - source documentation, case report forms, study and regulatory binders, and patient binders.

• Assist in resolving regulatory-related queries with IRB, study sponsors and CROs.

*Assist with performing study visits per protocol

• Obtain records and any other material required to complete case report forms and comply with protocols.

• Review EMR records and extract medical information relevant to research protocol

  Job Location - City, State

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School

Perelman School of Medicine

Pay Range

$7.25 - $19.37 Hourly Rate

Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile.

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