Clinical Research Professional, Department of Neurosurgery

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Job Overview

The University of Cincinnati, College of Medicine, Department of Neurosurgery, is seeking a full-time clinical research professional to assist in their clinical research. The incumbent will conduct and support clinical research projects in the area of neurosurgery, including stroke, traumatic brain injury, and spine. Duties span a broad range of activities  including patient-facing activities such as enrollments and follow-up visits, as well as study startup, regulatory, and financial tracking. This position will support the University's mission and commitment to excellence in our students, faculty, staff and all our activities.

 

This position may offer approximately 1 day per week flexibility for a hybrid remote work option for applicants with a residence within the Cincinnati Tri-State Area. Hybrid remote work arrangements are subject to change in accordance with university policies, and are dependent on applicant’s ability to maintain “on-call” status during remote work days for urgent on-site research needs.

Essential Functions

• Plan and coordinate clinical research projects.
• Screen patients for inclusion in study based on pre-determined criteria.
• Navigate acute-care settings such as the Emergency Department and Neuroscience ICU to complete research activities
• Conduct consent discussions with patients and families in inpatient and outpatient settings.
• In conjunction with the investigator, document and evaluate adverse events and response to treatment.
• Perform routine physical/clinical procedures.
• Coordinate nursing and patient care as applicable to research studies. Actively participate in patient care and/or patient follow-up.
• Ensure compliance with contract principles, federal regulations, laws and University of Cincinnati (UC)/University of Cincinnati Physicians Company (UCPC) policy and operating procedures.
• Maintain regulatory documentation. Prepare IRB submissions.
• Assist in drafting compliant advertisements.
• Liaison with medical staff, university departments, ancillary departments, satellite facilities, IRB, and industry contacts.
• Ensure research staff complete all requisite training.
• May serve as a resource person or act as a consultant within area of clinical expertise.
• Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.

Required Education

• Bachelor’s Degree must be in a related field.
• Five (5) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement.

Required Experience

One (1) year of related experience.

Additional Qualifica