Clinical Research Associate - Neurology

About the role

The Department of Neurology is seeking a qualified and motivated Clinical Research Associate to support daily operations for a research study or clinical trial. The ideal candidate will also support in clinical and computational research in epilepsy. The incumbent will work closely with the Principal Investigator and multi-site collaborators to coordinate studies, manage research data, and support technology-enabled research initiatives. The role combines traditional research coordination activities with advanced data and programming tasks, offering a unique opportunity to contribute to large-scale neuroscience and artificial intelligence projects.

Responsibilities

• Clinical Research Operations & Coordination (50%): Interviews, screens and recruits patients for study; explains process and procedures to educate participant regarding the research study.
• Collects patient information; processes documents and enters information into a database.
• May perform venipuncture (blood draws), EKGs/ECG’s and obtain vital signs on study participants.
• May collect, process, ship, and maintain paperwork for blood and/or biological specimens according to procedures outlined in study protocol.
• Maintains records and regulatory documents and records for research studies.
• Schedules research participant for tests and procedures such as laboratory tests, x-rays, and other studies specific for the research protocol.
• Retrieves and submits test results to appropriate party.
• May correspond with patient throughout study.
• Orders supplies and equipment.
• Data Collection & Analysis (50%): Maintains databases and digital tools for participant tracking, study documentation, and data analysis.
• Coordinates integration of EHR data, research platforms, and computational tools.
• Supports dashboards and digital tools to support participant tracking, documentation, and study monitoring.
• Supports secure data transfer and integration between institutional systems, ensuring compliance with data privacy.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree.
• Two years of relevant experience.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; position not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Biomedical Informatics, Health Informatics, Bioinformatics, Statistics, or a related field preferred.
• Recent graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Experience with SQL and relational database management.
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages, including JavaScript, HTML, and PHP.
• Experience with Python for data analysis, statistical programming, data visualization, or automation is preferred.
• Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems and healthcare data integration.
• Experience developing, maintaining, or supporting databases, data pipelines, dashboards, and digital research tools.
• Knowledge of data validation, quality assurance, and secure data management practices.
• Familiarity with REDCap, clinical research databases, or other research informatics platforms preferred.
• Understanding of HIPAA, data privacy requirements,