Clinical Research Associate

The Multiple Sclerosis Division in the Department of Neurology conducts a very high volume of clinical research. With multiple investigational products in testing phases and comparison trials there are many patients being seen within the open trials. The research also seeks to understand more about the disease and its progression. Coordinates multiple studies independently with high enrollment. Will facilitate training of clinical research staff as required per protocol. Coordinates the more complex clinical trials per protocol requirements and assists junior staff with troubleshooting to avoid protocol deviations. Manages inventory of supplies and assists with forecasting needs for future studies.

Coordination, communication and completion of assessments for clinical trial patients (includes complex protocol requirements). Includes preparation for clinical research visits (chart preparation).

Coordination of multiple studies, including coordination with various departments, patients, locations. Working within various systems to capture all data (electronic databases, patient records, patient payments and status logs).

Training of new site staff, ongoing trainings (amendments), documentation of training.

Act as resource for junior staff, assist with other projects as needed (fiscal).

 

This position requires a Bachelor's degree in a field directly related to the program responsibilities and one year of professional experience; or Master's degree in an area of specialization appropriate for the program.

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