Job Information
University of Utah PS Clinical Study Assistant in Salt Lake City, Utah
Details
Open Date 04/05/2024
Requisition Number PRN38163B
Job Title PS Clinical Study Assistant
Working Title PS Clinical Study Assistant
Job Grade C
FLSA Code Nonexempt
Patient Sensitive Job Code? Yes
Standard Hours per Week 40
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Hours may vary based on operational needs.
VP Area U of U Health - Academics
Department 00848 - Pediatric Administration
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range $14.42 - $21.29
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Job Summary
The division of Pediatric Rheumatology at the University of Utah School of Medicine has an immediate opening for a Clinical Study Assistant. The Clinical Study Assistant will assist with operation and coordination of human subjects research studies under the direction of a senior research coordinator or manager. Coordinates technical and administrative details involved in research studies and clinical trials, and assists the Principal Investigator in achieving study integrity and objectives through the successful implementation and completion of protocols and procedures.
The University of Utah offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
Excellenthealth care coverageat affordable rates
14.2% retirement contributionsthat vest immediately
Generouspaid leave time
11 paid Holidaysper year
50% tuition reductionfor employee, spouse, and dependent children
Flex spending accounts
Free transiton most UTA services
Employee discounts on a variety of products and services including cell phones & plans, entertainment, health and fitness, restaurants, retail, and travel
Professional development opportunities
Additional benefits information is available athttps://benefits.utah.edu/
Responsibilities
Collects and compiles data from a variety of sources; may enter data into a PC or computer terminal. Enters data into electronic data capture systems/databases/spreadsheets, and maintains with historical data, status reports, progress notes, and subject log to help ensure subject safety.
Assists senior research coordinator in identifying potential study participants and may assist in explaining and obtaining informed consent.
Maintain supply inventory, including ordering supplemental test articles and returning unused test articles to sponsor.
Assists in the preparation and maintenance of regulatory documents as required by FDA guidelines.
Determines visit windows from protocol, schedules subject visits and sends visit reminders. Determines length of visits and coordinates related facility and equipment availability. Ensures study visits and procedures do not conflict with existing schedules. Coordinates study visits between participants and clinic staff.
Attends and participates in Investigator and staff meetings. Assists team with specific study assignments and timelines.
Assists in reporting and tracking adverse events (AE). Reports serious AEs to IRB and sponsor.
Assists in proper collection processing and shipment of lab specimens according to protocol directions.
Completes, audits, corrects CRFs, relays CRFs to sponsor.
May maintain contact with IRB and prepare and submit IRB documents.
Disclaimer:
This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically required
Nearly Continuously: Office environment.
Seldom: Infectious disease, exposure to animals, oils (there is air or skin exposure to oils or other cutting fluids)
Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required
Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.
Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.
Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead
Minimum Qualifications
Associates degree or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience). Completion of HIPAA Privacy & Security training may be required within two to five days of hire. Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills also required.
This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Preferences
Phlebotomy skills/certification
Preference will be given to individuals with a Bachelor’s Degree and/or research experience.
Applicants will be screened according to preferences.
Type Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
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