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Job Title

Research Assistant

Location

Cleveland

Facility

Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

Department

DDSI Clinical Research Unit-Digestive Disease Institute

Job Code

U99968

Shift

Days

Schedule

8:00am-4:30pm

Job Summary

Job Details

Join Cleveland Clinic’s Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world class and caregivers are family. Here, you will work alongside a passionate and dedicated team, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

Innovative and groundbreaking discoveries happen every day at Cleveland Clinic. Each member of our team contributes to our mission of caring for life, researching health and educating those who serve. As a Research Assistant, you will help facilitate this vision by assisting with the implementation and conduct of human subject research projects.

A caregiver in this position works days from 8:00 a.m. -- 4:30 p.m.

The role offers the possibility of working one day remotely after the 90-day new hire period, dependent on the physician’s schedule.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

Assist research team with research study related tasks.

Assist with completion of protocol related activities.

Obtain and maintain clinical competencies such as phlebotomy, vital signs, ECG, POC testing and other testing as required.

Assist with the development and coordination of the research subject schedule in compliance with the research protocol.

Assist with the collection, recording and maintenance of research study records.

Demonstrate comprehension of assigned research protocols.

Develop and maintain knowledge of research protocols to coordinate the comprehensive and compliant execution of assigned protocols.

May assist in the development and maintenance of research tools, such as spreadsheets, questionnaires and/or brochures.

Maintain study personnel certification records (License, CV, CITI).

Establish and maintain filing systems.

Order and stock supplies.

Maintain professional relationships, including frequent and open effective communication with internal and external customers.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

High School Diploma/GED
Demonstrated proficiency with a variety of computer-based skills, including Word processing, spreadsheets, and database and presentation software
Understand basic concept of study design
Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

One year of experience in a healthcare setting OR Bachelor’s Degree
Knowledge of medical terminology

Physical Requirements:

Ability to perform work in a stationary position for extended periods
Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment
Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information
In some locations, ability to move up to 25 pounds

Personal Protective Equipment:

Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substances.

Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption.

Decisions concerning employment, transfers and promotions are made upon the basis of the best qualified candidate without regard to color, race, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran or any other characteristic protected by law. Information provided on this application may be shared with any Cleveland Clinic Health System facility.

If applying for a Florida position, please see the following website for more information on the background screening requirements required by the Agency of Health Care Administration: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Please review the Equal Employment Opportunity poster.

Cleveland Clinic is pleased to be an equal employment opportunity employer.

Benefits

We know that fully supporting our caregivers is what creates the best outcomes for our patients. Our outstanding, comprehensive offerings are an investment in your health, well-being and future.

Locations

What began in Cleveland in 1921 has grown to include locations throughout, the U.S. and even other countries. For you, that means more opportunities to learn, grow and serve patients — while finding caring, thriving communities both at work and at home.

About Us

Cleveland Clinic is a nonprofit multispecialty academic medical center that integrates clinical and hospital care with research and education. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, it was founded in 1921 by four renowned physicians with a vision of providing outstanding patient care based upon the principles of cooperation, compassion and innovation. Cleveland Clinic has pioneered many medical breakthroughs, including coronary artery bypass surgery and the first face transplant in the United States. U.S. News & World Report consistently names Cleveland Clinic as one of the nation’s best hospitals in its annual “America’s Best Hospitals” survey. Among Cleveland Clinic’s 70,800 employees worldwide represent 140 medical specialties and subspecialties. Cleveland Clinic is a 6,500-bed health system that includes a 173-acre main campus near downtown Cleveland, 19 hospitals, more than 220 outpatient facilities, and locations in southeast Florida; Las Vegas, Nevada; Toronto, Canada; Abu Dhabi, UAE; and London, England.