Responsibilities:

• Assists research team with research study related tasks.
• Assists with completion of protocol related activities.
• As delegated, may be required to attain and maintain clinical competencies for unlicensed. caregivers such as phlebotomy, vital signs, ECG, POC testing and other testing as required.
• Assists with the development and coordination of the research subject schedule in compliance with the research protocol.
• Assists with the collection, recording and maintenance of research study records.
• Understands basic concepts of study design. Demonstrates comprehension of assigned research protocols. Develops and maintains knowledge of research protocol to coordinate the comprehensive and compliant execution of assigned protocols.
• May assist in the development and maintenance of research tools, such as spreadsheets, questionnaires and/or brochures. Maintains study personnel certification records (License, CV, CITI).
• Establishes and maintains filing systems. Orders and stocks supplies.
• Maintains professional relationships, including frequent and open effective communication with internal and external customers.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Degree may substitute the experience requirement.

Languages:

• Language required
• Language preferred

Certifications:

• None Required.

Complexity of Work:

• Requires excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Must be able to take direction and appropriate action in a stressful environment.
• Knowledge of medical terminology helpful.
• Demonstrated proficiency with a variety of computer-based skills, especially in the use of work processing, spreadsheets, database and presentation software, and the ability to undertake internet searches.
• Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must be self-directed with demonstrated ability to work independently.
• Continually demonstrates competency with defined requirements for the position as established by Cleveland Clinic.
  

Work Experience:

• Minimum one year experience in a healthcare setting preferred. Degree may offset experience requirement.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to perform work in a stationary position for extended periods
• Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment
• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information
• In some locations, ability to move up to 25 pounds

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.