Clinical Research Assistant I – Neurology Department

Why Neurology at UT Southwestern?

The Department of Neurology at UT Southwestern Medical Center is a nationally recognized leader in the comprehensive management of neurological conditions.  Our vibrant department comprises more than 75 full-time faculty in 12 subspecialty sections, supporting a spectrum of complex and innovative approaches to neurological care, a broad range of novel research programs, and a panoply of educational opportunities for trainees.  The department offers access to the latest innovative treatments in one of the most rapidly advancing fields of medicine and features an Advanced Comprehensive Stroke Center and a Level-4 NEAC Epilepsy Center.  Through collaborations with the O’Donnell Brain Institute, the department is building state-of-the art facilities for drug and device testing and bringing current and new faculty together for collaborative research on brain disease therapy. 

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you’ll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career! 

About Your Role

The section of Stroke within the Department of Neurology is seeking a Clinical Research Assistant I.  This position will work under the direction of an Investigator(s) with general supervision, to primarily provide ongoing data management for local, state, and national research studies.  May coordinate clinical trials, observation (non-treatment) studies, and support multicenter stroke research studies. 

BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Required

• Education
  High School Diploma or GED 
   

Preferred

• Licenses and Certifications
  (BLS) BASIC LIFE SUPPORT may be required based on research study protocols or affiliate location requirements. 
  (CPRAED) CPR AED may be required based on affiliate location requirements 
   

JOB DUTIES

·        Coordinate and collect biospecimens

·        Directly interacts with clinical research participants, as required, for the research study. Interacts via telephone, telehealth or in-person.

·        Maintain and coordinate data collection information required for each study which may also include developing CRF’s or data collection tools

·        Conduct study procedures according to the protocol with proper training and check offs to maintain scope of work

·        May review and abstract information from medical records for verification of eligibility for trials, as needed based on size of department.

·        Monitors patient safety by reviewing records and ensuring appropriate reporting per protocol and HRPP standards

·        Develop proficiency in the clinical trial management system, electronic medical record and other required data entry systems

·        Maintain subject level documentation

·        Duties performed may include one or more of the following core functions:  a) Directly interacting with or caring for patients; b) Directly interacting with or caring for human-subjects research participants; c) Regularly maintaining, modifying, releasing or similarly affecting patient records (including patient financial records); or d) Regularly maintaining, modifying, releasing or similarly affecting human-subjects research records

·        Performs other duties as assigned

What Will Make Us Really Like

Knowledge, skills, and abilities

·        Work requires knowledge of basic and clinical research terminology, regulations, and procedures.

·        Work requires strong computer skills (spreadsheets, databases, and interactive web-based software).

·        Work requires the ability to communicate effectively with various levels of internal and external contacts.

·        Work requires ability to work with confidential information on daily basis

·        Proactively works to maximize results of the team and organization

·        Follows and understands the regulations for Protected Health Information (PHI)

·        Work requires good communication skills.

·        Work requires the ability to problem solve.

SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT

Security
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

EEO
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.