Clinical Research Study Assistant II - Pediatrics Allergy and Pulmonary Medicine

Primary job will be working in laboratory, assisting with the technical aspects of allergy and asthma studies and experiments, including documentation and preparation of materials to ensure timely and accurate specimen collection and handling throughout the laboratory. Also, participates in clinical research study activities; assists in a variety of duties involved in the collection, specimen processing, documentation, and reporting of clinical research data. Primary Duties & Responsibilities: Assists with research studies, experiments, and assays, including routine collection of data and biospecimens under clinical research protocols from participants, preparation of solutions and set-up and maintenance of equipment. Works closely with lab members to perform routine and special tests on biological and environmental materials following established laboratory and study procedures. Evaluates specimen acceptability for processing and shipping. Accurately performs data entry and maintains data files on research with minimal errors. Prepares specimens for shipping to other clinical laboratories for analysis. Recognizes problem areas with samples, procedures, results, records, or equipment and notifies appropriate personnel. Prepares cultures, reagents, probe tests, buffer, etc. Complies with established safety procedures and maintains required documentation on laboratory and specimen conditions. Ensures lab conditions and equipment are properly cleaned and maintained in accordance with established procedures. Assists with general lab maintenance, quality control and cleaning. Ability to maintain complete and organized records/reports correctly and in a timely manner (i.e., pending logs, worksheets, QC logs, etc). Assists with inventory maintenance (including purchasing items requested by team members). Attends routine meetings and other meetings related to the clinical research; stays abreast of information and any changes to study protocol. Assists study coordinators with preparation of study visits, conducting visits and collecting samples. Collects data from study participants, medical records, interviews, questionnaires, diagnostic tests and other sources to determine eligibility; performs basic evaluation and interpretation of collected data and prepares appropriate reports and documentation as necessary with minimal error; prepares and distributes study packets and information. Clearly communicates study specific details and procedures that subjects will be required to undergo in research studies. Reviews, enters and edits correct participant information in the clinical research database with minimal errors. Completes all necessary paperwork/documentation according to study protocol; obtains consent, interviews study subjects and follow-up as needed accommodating the participant’s schedule. Must be detail-oriented & well-organized with an ability to prioritize multiple tasks to achieve daily metrics and project timelines. Availability to work occasional weekends and/or evenings to support the study needs. As studies evolve, primary focus/duties should be expected to change. 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.