Clinical Research Assistant

Job Description The primary responsibility of the Research Assistant is to assist the Research Unit in conducting clinical trials. The Research Assistant is responsible for collecting and processing clinical data and providing administrative support to the Research Team. Essential Functions Assists the Research Coordinator in the conduction of clinical trials and patient flow. Adequately and correctly collects clinical data on research patients and utilizes for data entry. Assists Coordinator with monitor preparation and follows up on any action items and query resolution. Assists in recruitment (chart reviews, communicating with Physicians, database reports). Aides in regulatory submissions and assists Regulatory Specialist as needed. Assists Fellows and Physicians on research projects and data collection. Maintain temperature logs for drug closet, freezer and refrigerator. Reports any deviations. Checks and replaces batteries as needed. Performs administrative duties for Research Unit including answering phones, scheduling appointments, and ordering supplies. Screens research subjects with Coordinator assistance. Regular and predictable on-site attendance required. Works overtime as needed. Travels to other MAR locations as needed. Performs other duties as assigned. Competencies Communication & Relationship Management - Maintains open and interactive discussion with team and is aware of their needs. Professionalism - Develops individual relationships with coworkers and reports while maintaining work appropriate boundaries. Customer Service - Conflict resolution skills, responds promptly to customer needs. Project Management - Strong organization, multi-tasking skills with great attentiveness to detail. Ability to prioritize responsibilities. Technical Skills - Knowledge of health care and medical procedures, including terminology. Knowledge of vision/retina/ophthalmic terminology and procedures Problem Solving/Analysis - Identify and resolve problems and conflicts promptly Ethical Conduct - Maintains confidentiality. Time Management - Maintains high volume productivity level for essential functions. Supervisory Responsibility This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities. Work Environment This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk/communicate verbally in front of groups, one to one and over the telephone and in email. Occasional bending, kneeling, stooping, and crouching. Lift or move objects weighing over 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Using hands to operate equipment, show manual or finger dexterity, handle things with precision or speed, use muscular coordination and physical stamina. Use senses to observe and examine patients, paying attention to detail/working with data and numbers, calculating and manipulating numbers, processing data on a computer, attending to details, classifying, and recording, storing or retrieving information. Following through on plans or instructions. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work This is a full-time position. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand. Travel Willingness to travel is required. Required Education and Experience 1 year clinical research experience or ophthalmic experience. EEO Statement MAR is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer.