Clinical Research Assistant - Internal Medicine (Physical Activity & Weight Management)

Department:

SOM KC Internal Medicine - Weight Management

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KU Weight Management

Position Title:

Clinical Research Assistant - Internal Medicine (Physical Activity & Weight Management)

Job Family Group:

Professional Staff

Job Description Summary:

The Clinical Research Assistant supports the University of Kansas Weight Management Program Director and focuses on recruiting and enrolling participants into research studies, registries, and clinical programs. The Clinical Research Assistant will engage with prospective participants, explain program requirements, screen for eligibility, and help manage enrollment and data tracking. The role also includes administrative support and coordination tasks related to the program’s day-to-day operations.

Job Description:

Job Duties

Recruitment & Outreach

• Support recruitment efforts for weight management programs, research studies, and registries

• Contact potential participants (phone, email, in person) to share information and assess eligibility

• Work with clinical and research staff to identify eligible participants via chart reviews, referrals, and outreach materials

Participant Enrollment & Support

• Provide detailed information on studies, programs, and enrollment steps

• Assist with participant registration and navigation of digital platforms

• Serve as a point of contact to help address questions or direct concerns to appropriate staff

Data Management & Reporting

• Enter and manage data using REDCap, Epic, and Excel

• Track participation, consent status, and recruitment progress

• Ensure accurate and timely documentation of recruitment activities

Administrative & Program Support

• Assist with scheduling, digital file maintenance, and general office tasks

• Support routine administrative needs of the weight management program

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Director

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. It is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, duties, and assignments. Furthermore, job duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

Work Environment

• Work at various locations in Kansas City and Lawrence.

• Occasional evening hours required, based on study responsibilities.

Required Qualifications

Education:  Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science, Public Health, Nutrition, or related field. Education may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis. 

Preferred Qualifications

Education:  Master’s degree.

Work Experience:

• Experience working in a clinical or research setting, preferably related to weight management.

• Experience with data entry.

Skills

• Communication skills.

• Organizational skills.

• Detail-oriented, self-motivated and interpersonal skills.

Required Documents

• Resume

• Cover Letter

Comprehensive Benefits Package:

Coverage begins on day one for health, dental, and vision insurance and includes health expense accounts with generous employer contributions if the employee participates in a qualifying health plan. Employer-paid life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and various additional voluntary insurance plans are available. Paid time off, including vacation and sick, begins accruing upon hire, plus ten paid holidays. One paid discretionary day is available after six months of employment, and paid time off for bereavement, jury duty, military service, and parental leave is available after 12 months of employment. A retirement program with a generous employer contribution and additional voluntary retirement programs (457 or 403b) are available. https://www.kumc.edu/human-resources/benefits.html

Employee Type:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Rate Type:

Hourly

Compensation Statement:

The pay range listed for this position is determined by our compensation program using market data and salary bench