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Clinical Research Assistant I, Psychiatry

United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 25 Mar 2026

About the role

Clinical Research Assistant I, Psychiatry - (933571)

Description

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

JOB SUMMARY

This role supports research operations by managing and maintaining research data, study documentation, and regulatory submissions, including annual reports, continuing reviews, and IRB modifications. Responsibilities include ensuring research equipment is in good working order, reviewing and abstracting medical records to determine participant eligibility, and recruiting, screening, and enrolling participants across multiple sites. The position also involves conducting informed consent discussions, interacting directly with participants during study visits, and facilitating communication among research team members, participants, and clinical partners to support follow‑ups and referral workflows, while consistently upholding HIPAA and institutional confidentiality and privacy standards.

BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
Paid Time Off, available day one
Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
Paid Parental Leave Benefit
Wellness programs
Tuition Reimbursement
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Required

Education
High School Diploma or GED

Preferred

Licenses and Certifications
(BLS) BASIC LIFE SUPPORT may be required based on research study protocols or affiliate location requirements.
(CPRAED) CPR AED may be required based on affiliate location requirements

JOB DUTIES

Enters data into case report forms or other data collection system based on research study. Assists with maintenance of study level documentation.
Assists with data queries and possible edits for accuracy.
Compiles data for regulatory requirements and /or deadlines for local or sponsor submissions.
Maintains existing databases and ensures data integrity.
Understands visit schedules, criteria and protocol requirements for routine and low complexity trials (e.g., questionnaire, data registry, scripted); schedules research visits.
Assists research staff by completing research protocol related tasks.
Assists with preparing annual reports and/or modifications to institutional review board (IRB). This may include reportable events (UPIRSO).
Reviews and abstracts information from medical records including eligibility criteria.
Recruits and enrolls patients in research study that may include consenting patients after training and with supervision.
Assists with ordering and maintaining research supplies following university/department procedures, ensuring that equipment is in good working order.