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Clinical Research Specialist - Cardiology

Washington University in St. Louis
Northwest Tower, United States, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 14 Apr 2026
💰 $105,500/yr($68,100/yr$105,500/yr)

About the role

Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

Position oversees and coordinates complex and multi-center clinical research studies and provides comprehensive experience and expertise in the overall planning, conduct and evaluation of clinical research. Performs mentorship and direction to the research program and team(s) incorporating mission focused principles of ethics, integrity, and collaboration and implementation. Coordinates with multidisciplinary teams to maintain continuity of care and human subject protection with a commitment to research integrity.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Assists in protocol development, budget development, dispensing of study funds for multi-clinical research projects; provides high level of direct and indirect support direct.

  • Works with PI to design, perform and evaluate research procedures; confers with PI to assist in developing plans for research projects and discuss the interpretation of results; collaborates in the preparation of manuscripts for publications and preparation of grant proposals to sponsoring agencies; assists in the preparation of amendments to protocols and/or modifications to study design as appropriate.

  • Serves as a resource to the clinical research staff, ensuring appropriate procedures and explains policies and procedures; ensures that research projects are completed according to IRB and federal guidelines.

  • Develops and implements policies and procedures; provides comprehensive direction to clinical research personnel; may participate in the hiring, training and evaluation of clinical research staff.

  • Provides Study Coordinator functions and performs all duties associated with the coordination and implementation of clinical research study/projects, data collection and the management of data generated by study protocols.

  • Researches and recommends new methods and procedures to maintain standards and improve quality.

  • Performs other duties as assigned.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.


Certifications/Professional Licenses:

The list below may include all acceptable certifications, professional licenses and issuers. More than one credential, certification or professional license may be required depending on the role.

Basic Life Support - American Heart Association, Basic Life Support - American Red Cross


Work Experience:

Clinical Or Research (4 Years), Supervisory (1 Year)


Skills:

Not Applicable


Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

Required Qualifications:

  • Basic Life Support certification must be obtained within one month of hire date.
  • Basic Life Support certification (Online BLS certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the BLS requirements).

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.


Certifications/Professional Licenses:

No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.


Work Experience:

No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Skills:

Analytical Thinking, Clinical Research, Interpersonal Communication, Leadership, Oral Communications, Prioritization, Problem Solving, Written Communication

Grade

C13

Salary Range

$68,100.00 - $105,500.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

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Company

Washington University in St. Louis

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