Clinical Research Professional, Department of Neurosurgery
Job Description
About the Role
Title: Clinical Research Professional, Department of Neurosurgery
Location: Cincinnati United States
Job Description:
Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to more than 50,000 students, 11,000 faculty and staff and 340,000 alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls âthe most ambitious campus design program in the country.â
With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, nine straight years of record enrollment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC’s momentum has never been stronger. UC’s annual budget tops $1.65 billion and its endowment totals $1.8 billion. The University’s overall regional economic impact exceeds $10.6 billion, paving the way for the future of Cincinnati.
Job Overview
The University of Cincinnati, College of Medicine, Department of Neurosurgery, is seeking a full-time clinical research professional to assist in their clinical research. The incumbent will conduct and support clinical research projects in the area of neurosurgery, including stroke, traumatic brain injury, and spine. Duties span a broad range of activities including patient-facing activities such as enrollments and follow-up visits, as well as study startup, regulatory, and financial tracking. This position will support the University’s mission and commitment to excellence in our students, faculty, staff and all our activities.
This position may offer approximately 1 day per week flexibility for a hybrid remote work option for applicants with a residence within the Cincinnati Tri-State Area. Hybrid remote work arrangements are subject to change in accordance with university policies, and are dependent on applicant’s ability to maintain âon-callâ status during remote work days for urgent on-site research needs.
Essential Functions
Plan and coordinate clinical research projects.
Screen patients for inclusion in study based on pre-determined criteria.
Navigate acute-care settings such as the Emergency Department and Neuroscience ICU to complete research activities
Conduct consent discussions with patients and families in inpatient and outpatient settings.
In conjunction with the investigator, document and evaluate adverse events and response to treatment.
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.
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. This job description can be changed at any time.
Required Education
Bachelor’s Degree must be in a related field.
Five (5) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement.
Required Experience
One (1) year of related experience.
Additional Qualifications Considered
Experience in acute care hospital setting.
Physical Requirements/Work Environment
Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.
Compensation and Benefits
UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.
Competitive salary range dependent on the candidate’s experience.
Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.
As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP).
