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University of Utah

PS Clinical Study Assistant

University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84193


Details

Open Date 07/02/2024

Requisition Number PRN39069B

Job Title PS Clinical Study Assistant

Working Title PS Clinical Study Assistant

Job Grade C

FLSA Code Nonexempt

Patient Sensitive Job Code? Yes

Standard Hours per Week 40

Full Time or Part Time? Full Time

Shift Day

Work Schedule Summary

Monday – Friday, 9:00 am – 5:30 pm. Some weekend and evening hours required based on operational needs.

VP Area U of U Health - Academics

Department 00848 - Pediatric Administration

Location Campus

City Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment External Posting

Pay Rate Range $14.42-$21.29

Close Date

Priority Review Date

Job Summary

Job Summary

The Clinical Trials Office at the University of Utah School of Medicine has an immediate opening for a Clinical Study Assistant. Working under the direction of a senior research coordinator or manager, the Clinical Study Assistant supports administrative operations and coordination of human subjects research studies.

The Department offers professional growth and development opportunities, including a defined research career ladder.

The University of Utah offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

Excellent health care coverage at affordable rates

14.2% retirement contributions that vest immediately

Generous paid leave time

11 paid Holidays per year

50% tuition reduction for employee, spouse, and dependent children

Flex spending accounts

Free transit on most UTA services

Employee discounts on a variety of products and services including cell phones & plans, entertainment, health and fitness, restaurants, retail, and travel

Professional development opportunities

Additional benefits information is available at https://benefits.utah.edu/

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

Maintains supply inventory, including ordering supplemental test articles and returning unused test articles to sponsor.

Assists in preparation and maintenance of regulatory documents and IRB submissions.

Determines visit windows from protocol, schedules subject visits, and sends visit reminders. Enters information into database.

Organizes and prepares study-related equipment and supplies.

Schedules and coordinates pre-study and monitor site visits.

Attends and participates in Investigator and staff meetings. Assists team with specific study assignments and timelines.

May obtain informed consent, medical history, and demographic information

Assists in reporting and tracking adverse events (AE). Reports serious AEs to IRB and sponsor.

Processes and ships lab samples according to protocol directions.

Problem Solving

The incumbent may be required to prioritize tasks received from multiple staff members and determine the order of importance. The incumbent must use discretion and judgement when scheduling appointments and in screening calls. The incumbent may coordinate work processes with other departments, community, governmental or regulatory agencies and must understand the objectives and policies governing the activities of the department and be able to effectively communicate this information to interested parties.

Comments

Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically required

Nearly Continuously: Office environment.

Seldom: Infectious disease, exposure to animals, oils ( there is air or skin exposure to oils or other cutting fluids).

Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required

Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.

Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.

Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.

Minimum Qualifications

Associates degree or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience). Completion of HIPAA Privacy & Security training may be required within two to five days of hire. Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills also required.

This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Preferences

Type Benefited Staff

Special Instructions Summary

Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/

Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu

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