Oregon Health & Science University - Portland, OR
posted 19 days ago
Full-time - Mid Level
Remote - Portland, OR
Educational Services
About the position
The Sr. Clinical Research Assistant (Sr. CRA) or Clinical Research Assistant 2 (CRA2) position at Oregon Health & Science University supports the Oregon Alzheimer's Disease Research Center (OADRC) in conducting neuroimaging-focused research studies. The role involves coordinating participant recruitment, managing study visits, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate is organized, motivated, and possesses strong communication skills to interact effectively with study participants and staff.
Responsibilities
- Work with coordinators of ongoing Layton center studies to recruit and enroll existing participants in neuroimaging studies
- Screen, consent, and enroll participants in research studies
- Prepare for and coordinate in-person study visits including scheduling participants and staff
- Accompany participants to study visits, ensuring their comfort and understanding of the study activities
- Perform phlebotomy, process and ship blood samples
- Maintain documentation including study visit data entry, organization and maintenance of study documents and materials
- Work with Principal Investigators and/or other staff on reporting of study activities
- Conduct regulatory compliance activities including correspondence with the OHSU IRB related to study submissions, protocol modifications, and continuing reviews
- Assist with study start-up activities, including OHSU and central IRB submissions and other study logistics
- Perform all responsibilities under minimal supervision
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in relevant field AND 1 year of relevant experience OR Associate's AND 3 years of relevant experience OR 4 years of relevant experience OR Equivalent combination of training and experience for Sr. CRA
- Bachelor's degree in relevant field OR Associate's Degree AND 2 years of relevant experience OR 3 years of relevant experience OR Equivalent combination of training and experience for CRA2
- Working knowledge of scientific methods and human subjects research
- Intermediate or advanced knowledge of Word, Excel, Outlook, and other MS Office programs
- Demonstration of high level of attention to detail; self-starter; ability to prioritize work demands and manage time appropriately
- Demonstrated high level of organization and ability to efficiently manage multiple tasks
- Ability to speak and communicate clearly and demonstrate a high level of professionalism; ability to interact patiently and respectfully with elderly volunteers
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Nice-to-haves
- Human subjects research experience
- Experience working with older adults
- Experience working with the African American community and/or other underrepresented groups
- Experience with phlebotomy/phlebotomy certification
Benefits
- Full-time position
- Competitive hourly wage of $20.86 - $31.28
- Opportunity to work in a diverse and inclusive environment
- Support for professional development and training
