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Clinical Research Study Assistant I - Otolaryngology

Washington University in St. Louis
Mid Campus Center, United States, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 22 Apr 2026
💰 $50,000/yr($34,000/yr$50,000/yr)

About the role

Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

The Clinical Outcomes Research Office is an internationally recognized full-service research enterprise. Housed under the Department of Otolaryngology, the office provides investigators and trainees support in the design, execution and analysis of research studies with the ultimate goal of making a positive impact on people’s lives. Under the leadership of Jay F. Piccirillo, MD, the office also conducts research studies and clinical trials to advance patient care. Jay Piccirillo, MD, has been conducting research in the field for more than 30 years. His ongoing research studies seek to improve patient care across a number of otolaryngology conditions.

The office supports investigators at the WashU School of Medicine, as well as, researchers throughout the world who want to collaborate with WashU. More than half of the research projects supported by the office involve multiple disciplines.

The faculty and staff of the Clinical Outcomes Research office is committed to providing high quality training for future investigators. Undergraduate students, medical students, residents, fellows, new faculty, and research staff all benefit from the guidance and expertise of the Clinical Outcomes Office.

This position performs a variety of research, data base and clerical duties of a routine and technical nature in support of clinical research to ensure adherence to protocols and quality of information received.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Maintains and updates site demographics on computer database; logs forms received and file as appropriate; prepares reports from database to include weekly reports and other reports as requested.

  • Receives and disseminates study-related regulatory documents and correspondence; assists in screening documents for completeness and compliance with protocol and appropriate regulations; assists in investigating incomplete, inaccurate or missing documents to ensure accuracy and completeness of data.

  • Communicates and coordinates with other study personnel as required to include data entry and randomization of personnel, pharmacy, laboratories, study sponsors and others as needed for study implementation and routine problem resolution.

  • Attends routine meetings and other meetings related to the clinical research; stays abreast of information and any changes to study protocol.

Working Conditions:

Job Location/Working Conditions:

  • Normal office environment.

Physical Effort:

  • Typically sitting at a desk or table.

Equipment:

  • Office equipment.

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:

High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience.


Certifications/Professional Licenses:

No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.


Work Experience:

Customer Service (1 Year)


Skills:

Not Applicable


Driver's License:

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

More About This Job

WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.

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:

Medical Customer Service (1 Year)

Skills:

Clerical Skills, Database Management, Data Collection Methods, Data Entry, Detail-Oriented, High Accuracy, Information Organization, Interpersonal Communication, Researching

Grade

C06-H

Salary Range

$17.34 - $25.40 / Hourly

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 t

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