Clinical Research Assistant - CCC | FAST Lab

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Job Title:

Clinical Research Assistant - CCC | FAST Lab

Department:

CCC | Sponsored Research

Position Summary

The Clinical Research Assistant will support the Fasting, Activity, Sleep, and Time Lab (FAST Lab) . The FAST Lab investigates the impact of nutrition, fasting, meal timing, sleep, and physical activity on cancer-related health outcomes, with the goal of improving prevention strategies and lifestyle interventions.

This is a full-time, in-person position located at The Ohio State University.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily activities and research operations for nutrition and lifestyle intervention studies.

• Manage IRB protocol development, submissions, renewals, and compliance for ongoing and new studies.

• Recruit, screen, consent, enroll, and follow up with study participants.

• Educate participants and families on study objectives and processes.

• Abstract data from electronic medical records (EPIC) and manage data entry/quality assurance.

• Build and maintain REDCap databases; resolve data queries and generate reports.

• Ensure all studies comply with OSUCCC, federal, and sponsor requirements.

• Prepare study documentation, progress reports, and assist with grant/report submissions as needed.

• Guide students and trainees working in the lab.

• Attend team meetings, provide regular study updates, and manage multiple projects and deadlines independently.

Job Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Sciences, Health Sciences or medical field, or equivalent combination of education experience required

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience at The Ohio State University or familiarity with OSU research processes strongly preferred.

• Nutrition and clinical research experience highly preferred.

• Proven ability to independently manage IRB submissions and regulatory documentation.

• Prior experience coordinating clinical trials, including recruitment and retention.

• Familiarity with EPIC (electronic medical record), chart review, and data abstraction.

• Proficiency with REDCap; working knowledge of statistical programs (SAS, R) a plus.

• Background in public health, nutrition, exercise science, psychology, or human physiology.

• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and reliability in meeting deadlines.

Additional Information:

Research and Scholarship - Clinical Research - Individual Contributor - Technical - T2

Location:

Olentangy River Rd, 3650 (2520)

Position Type:

Term (Fixed Term)

Scheduled Hours:

40

Shift:

First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check.  A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

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