University of Cincinnati
Clinical Research Assistant, College of Medicine, Dean's Office of Clinical Rese
University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, Ohio, United States, 45208
Clinical Research Assistant, College of Medicine, Dean's Office of Clinical Research
Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors.
Job Overview 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. In partnership with the UC Health academic healthcare system and Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, College of Medicine's faculty are transforming the world of medicine every day.
The Office of Clinical Research, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine is seeking a full‑time (100% FTE) Clinical Research Assistant to perform the duties of a clinical studies participant recruiter. The Clinical Research Assistant will screen, consent, conduct participant visits, collect and process samples, abstract and enter data for research studies.
Essential Functions
Screen hospital patients for qualification according to protocol criteria via the electronic medical record and coordination with the clinical team.
Consent participants into research studies and conduct or direct the care team to conduct study assessments.
Perform study specific or routine physical/clinical procedures such as phlebotomy, blood pressure readings, pulse, cognitive assessments, questionnaires, etc.
Manage the collection, labeling, and processing of laboratory specimens, including blood, sputum, and other biological samples, following protocol guidelines. Assist in the scheduling and conduct study‑related appointments and return visits and tests.
Accurately collect and enter data from electronic medical records, onto paper research charts or electronic systems in a timely manner for industry‑sponsored, federally‑funded, or investigator initiated clinical research studies.
Stay current with relevant medical knowledge, clinical guidelines and therapeutic advancements related to the study's area of focus.
Ensure personal vaccinations and required immunizations are up to date in accordance with institutional policies and healthcare regulations.
Be available to work on holidays, or varying shift patterns including day, evening, night and weekend shifts to ensure continuous coverage of study operations. Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.
Required Education High School Diploma or GED.
Required Experience No experience required.
Additional Qualifications Considered
Two (2) years of general workforce experience.
Experience in conducting research.
Experience in a patient facing setting.
Bachelor's degree in science related field is ideal.
Physical Requirements/Work Environment Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.
Compensation and Benefits UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well‑being, financial security, and work‑life balance. Highlights include:
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 – As a UC employee, you won't contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you'll 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 – UC prioritizes work‑life balance with a 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.
Competitive salary based on experience.
Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription).
Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs.
Professional development & mentorship opportunities.
To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our careers page at https://www.uc.edu/careers.html
UC is an E‑Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I‑9 employment verification process. A list of acceptable documents can be seen here: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents
Important: To apply you must create a profile and submit a complete job application through the UC applicant portal. We are unable to consider "easy apply" applications submitted via other websites. For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at jobs@uc.edu.
Equal Opportunity Employer. Building a workplace where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, including Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans.
REQ:100380
Site: University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, Dean's Office of Clinical Research
Date Posted: Oct 31, 2025
Location: Cincinnati, OH, US – Main Campus
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Job Overview 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. In partnership with the UC Health academic healthcare system and Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, College of Medicine's faculty are transforming the world of medicine every day.
The Office of Clinical Research, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine is seeking a full‑time (100% FTE) Clinical Research Assistant to perform the duties of a clinical studies participant recruiter. The Clinical Research Assistant will screen, consent, conduct participant visits, collect and process samples, abstract and enter data for research studies.
Essential Functions
Screen hospital patients for qualification according to protocol criteria via the electronic medical record and coordination with the clinical team.
Consent participants into research studies and conduct or direct the care team to conduct study assessments.
Perform study specific or routine physical/clinical procedures such as phlebotomy, blood pressure readings, pulse, cognitive assessments, questionnaires, etc.
Manage the collection, labeling, and processing of laboratory specimens, including blood, sputum, and other biological samples, following protocol guidelines. Assist in the scheduling and conduct study‑related appointments and return visits and tests.
Accurately collect and enter data from electronic medical records, onto paper research charts or electronic systems in a timely manner for industry‑sponsored, federally‑funded, or investigator initiated clinical research studies.
Stay current with relevant medical knowledge, clinical guidelines and therapeutic advancements related to the study's area of focus.
Ensure personal vaccinations and required immunizations are up to date in accordance with institutional policies and healthcare regulations.
Be available to work on holidays, or varying shift patterns including day, evening, night and weekend shifts to ensure continuous coverage of study operations. Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.
Required Education High School Diploma or GED.
Required Experience No experience required.
Additional Qualifications Considered
Two (2) years of general workforce experience.
Experience in conducting research.
Experience in a patient facing setting.
Bachelor's degree in science related field is ideal.
Physical Requirements/Work Environment Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.
Compensation and Benefits UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well‑being, financial security, and work‑life balance. Highlights include:
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 – As a UC employee, you won't contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you'll 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 – UC prioritizes work‑life balance with a 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.
Competitive salary based on experience.
Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription).
Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs.
Professional development & mentorship opportunities.
To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our careers page at https://www.uc.edu/careers.html
UC is an E‑Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I‑9 employment verification process. A list of acceptable documents can be seen here: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents
Important: To apply you must create a profile and submit a complete job application through the UC applicant portal. We are unable to consider "easy apply" applications submitted via other websites. For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at jobs@uc.edu.
Equal Opportunity Employer. Building a workplace where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, including Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans.
REQ:100380
Site: University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, Dean's Office of Clinical Research
Date Posted: Oct 31, 2025
Location: Cincinnati, OH, US – Main Campus
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