Job Title: Research Assistant
Location: Augusta University
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 225744
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Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, cell biology or other natural, life, health care or materials science directly related to the research area to which the position is assigned and experience in a research, basic science or clinical setting particularly clinical trials research.
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Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, cell biology or other natural, life, health care or materials science directly related to the research area to which the position is assigned and a minimum of three years' experience in a research, basic science or a clinical setting particularly clinical trials research.Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Attention to detail and good laboratory practices
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work as a team player
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to read directions for experiments with understanding of the results
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases or willingness to learn

Responsibilities The duties include, but are not limited to:

• Coordination of clinical research trials lo include meeting with drug company representatives, screening, recruiting and consenting patients, scheduling follow-up appointments, coordinating care with other departments, and performing all laboratory and other tests as required by the protocol.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours which may include early mornings, after hours, nights and weekends which may include up to two weeks on call per month
• Complete all reports including the annual study continuation report in a timely manner - accurately communicate all necessary information to patients, families, investigators, sponsors, IRB and institutional entities.
• Responsible or collection, processing, storage, and inventory of specimens for specific studies, assessing for adverse events, maintaining investigational devices, staff development and completion of regulatory paperwork as required by the FDA, study sponsor, and institutional policies and procedures for all assigned studies as well as the Annual IRB Continuation Reports and other IRB activities as requested.
• Maintain all FDA sponsor and institutional review board documentation. Obtain and maintain complete source documentation. Accurate and timely completion of all case report forms and other data entry as required by the sponsor or local institutional data management programs.
• Enter data in the OnCore search data management system as dictated per institutional policy as well as he Greenphire patient debit system.
• Review study bills received for accuracy ensuring that the correct codes are used and the correct amount is billed according to the billing grid for that study In a timely manner.
• Receive and respond to all correspondence received in a timely manner
• Keep investigator informed of patients condition and provide assistance to investigators in the management of adverse events
• Attend meetings, computer trainings and workshops as requested
• Perform all other related duties as assigned.

Shift/Salary Shift: Days/Flexible/Some weekend workPay Grade: R9Salary: $13.00/hr Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position Recruitment Period: 4/8/2021 - Until FilledConditions of Employment All candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.Equal Employment Opportunity Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.Other Information This position is also responsible for promoting a customer friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. “Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner everyday with patients and families for success.”Augusta University is a tobacco free environment and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.