Clinical Research Professional, Division of Rheumatology, Allergy & Immunology

Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to more than 53,600 students, 12,000 faculty and staff, and over 360,000 living alumni, UC combines research prowess with a physical setting The New York Times has called “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.” UC is a mission-driven organization committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service.

About the Role

As one of the oldest medical schools in the country, the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine (COM) has a reputation for training best-in-class health care professionals and developing cutting-edge procedures and research that improves the health and clinical care of patients. The Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Rheumatology, Allergy, and Immunology is seeking a Clinical Research Professional to provide technical support and assistance for clinical research projects.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate clinical research projects.
• Screen patients for admittance in study based on pre-determined criteria.
• In conjunction with the investigator, document and evaluate adverse events and response to treatment.
• Coordinate the generation of data for proposals, reports, and manuscripts. Assist in development of reports.
• Perform routine physical/clinical procedures.
• Coordinate nursing and patient care as applicable to research studies. Actively participate in patient care and/or patient follow-up.
• Ensure compliance with contract principles, federal regulations, laws and University of Cincinnati (UC)/University of Cincinnati Physicians Company (UCPC) policy and operating procedures.
• Maintain regulatory documentation. Prepare IRB submissions.
• Draft subject informed consents and consent comprehension tests. Assist in drafting compliant advertisements.
• Liaison with medical staff, university departments, ancillary departments, satellite facilities, IRB, and industry contacts.
• Ensure research staff complete all requisite training.
• May serve as a resource person or act as a consultant within area of clinical expertise.
• Perform related duties based on departmental need.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree must be in a related field. Five (5) years of relevant education, experience, and/or other specialized training can fulfill minimum education and experience requirements.
• One (1) year of related experience.
• For nursing focused role: BSN in the area of clinical specialization, and RN License in State of Ohio.
• For social work focused role: licensure in the area of clinical specialization.

Qualifications

• Experience in an academic or clinical setting in the area of clinical specialization.
• For nursing focused roles: appropriate clinical procedural experience.

Benefits

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. Eligibility may vary by position and FTE status.

• Comprehensive Tuition Remission: UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.
• Robust Retirement Plans: Choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position.
• Real Work-Life Balance: Generous time-off policy including:
  • Vacation and sick time
  • 11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)
  • 6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents
• Additional Benefits Include:
  • Competitive salary based on experience
  • Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
  • Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
  • Professional development & mentorship opportunities