Clinical Research Associate - Full-Time

About the role

Role Summary: The Clinical Research Associate oversees various aspects of clinical research studies, including participant screening, enrollment, data collection, and quality control. They develop communication materials, coordinate site visits, ensure regulatory compliance, and assist with project documentation and reporting. The role is grant-funded, involves supervising staff, and does not include overall project direction. It emphasizes clinical data management, participant recruitment, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Implement and monitor clinical protocols, collaborating with hospital departments and training staff.
• Recruit, screen, and oversee participants, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards like HIPAA and IRB guidelines.
• Develop databases, analyze data, and prepare regulatory and compliance documents.
• Coordinate with social workers and agencies to support participant care.
• Communicate study information to clients and the public, and draft reports for dissemination.
• Supervise research personnel and manage study-related documents and budgets.
• Perform administrative duties such as monitoring budgets and drafting reports.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field with at least one year of professional experience or Master’s degree in a relevant area.
• Preferred experience in substance use disorder research, behavioral health, emergency medicine, or healthcare operations.
• Strong knowledge of clinical research processes, regulatory standards, and data analysis.
• Ability to work on-site, travel within the health system, and exercise discretion and judgment.