Title: Research Assistant 1 Location: Waterloo, ON N2J 1C4 Duration: 06 months (Part-time) Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays: 8am to 5pm
Part time: 12 hours/week for BI 1404-0038 and 12 hours/week for BI 1404-0041 for 24 hours a week for site.
What are the three most important qualifications?
Overweight/Obesity; review charts to identify participants, data entry/query resolution
Additional Skills/Qualifications:
Review Charts from Site Database
EDC Entry and Query Resolution
Visit scheduling and reminders
Update Study Portals
Maintain Study Supplies
Description: Summary: A typical Research Assistant performs a variety of administrative tasks in support of clinical trials and assists in the performance of clinical procedures to collect data on patients enrolled and/or seeking enrollment in clinical studies.
Responsibilities • Verify and/or correct research study information on source documents. Research queries and variances, and provide feedback to the site data collector • Input research study data into trial Electronic Data Capture (EDC) system, maintaining quality control for content, accuracy, and completeness • Prepare and maintain research study files • Compile, collate and submit study information within established deadlines • Assist in maintenance of regulatory documentation • Schedule subject visits and generate appropriate reports and documents for research subjects prior to visits • Input visit data into Clinical Trial Management System (CTMS) to track patient visits and procedures completed against the study budget • Processing of required lab specimens, labeling of vials, and accurately filling out requisitions for storage and/or shipment per the study protocol and packaging and shipment regulations • Perform various administrative support functions such as reception, office organization, and office supply management
Skills • Basic knowledge of clinical trials • In-depth knowledge of departmental, protocol and study-specific operating procedures, consent forms, and study schedules • Basic knowledge of medical terminology • Skilled in using MS Windows and Office applications such as Access, Outlook, Excel, and Word • Excellent interpersonal skills
Education/Experience • BS/BA in life sciences or educational equivalent and/or relevant work experience in a clinical environment or medical setting; e.g. clinical research coordinator, nurse, medical assistant
