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Clinical Research Assistant - CCC | Clinical Trials Office
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Clinical Research Assistant - CCC | Clinical Trials Office
Position Summary
The Clinical Research Assistant will provide support to the Clinical Trials Office within the Comprehensive Cancer Center at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center.
Responsibilities
Review medical records and assist with data extraction, entry, and submission
Assist with participant recruitment, screening, scheduling and conducting visits
Assist with data quality control
Assist with scheduling and conducting monitoring visits and query resolution
Request medical records and images
Assist with bio-specimen processing and tissue requests
Schedule patients for research appointments
Perform other duties as assigned by project leader or management
Job Requirements Bachelor's degree in biological sciences, health sciences, social sciences, or other related field, or an equivalent combination of education & experience required. Experience with human subjects training in a clinical research capacity or setting desired; Experience in a clinical and/or research setting working with patients desired; Computer skills required with experience using Microsoft Office Software applications desired; Must be able to effectively communicate, both face‑to‑face and in writing, with clinical staff, research participants, and outside collaborators.
As the Clinical Trials Office continues to grow and expand with the opening of new facilities, employees may be required to travel between locations within the greater Columbus region. Flexibility and adaptability are important, as staff may support studies at multiple sites based on operational needs.
Benefits The OSUCCC – James is the only cancer program in the United States that features a National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated comprehensive cancer center aligned with a nationally ranked academic medical center and a freestanding cancer hospital on the campus of one of the nation’s largest public universities.
+ Full‑time position with a first shift schedule, excellent opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in clinical research and build a strong foundation for long‑term career growth. The Clinical Trials Office is committed to supporting professional development, including guidance and resources for employees interested in pursuing SoCRA or ACRP certification. Team members also have opportunities to explore career advancement within clinical research operations and regulatory affairs. Additionally, OSU offers a Master of Clinical Research degree program through the College of Nursing, fully paid tuition assistance program is available.
The Clinical Trials Office offers staff the opportunity to apply and participate in the OSUCCC Professional Clinical Research Training Academy once a year, a year‑long program designed to expand knowledge and career potential in clinical research.
Position Details Location: James Cancer Hospital (0375) Position Type: Regular Scheduled Hours: 40 Shift: First Shift
Application Note Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post‑offer process.
EEO Statement The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability. As required by Ohio Revised Code section 3345.0216, Ohio State will: educate students by means of free, open and rigorous intellectual inquiry to seek the truth; equip students with the opportunity to develop intellectual skills to reach their own, informed conclusions; not require, favor, disfavor or prohibit speech or lawful assembly; create a community dedicated to an ethic of civil and free inquiry, which respects the autonomy of each member, supports individual capacities for growth and tolerates differences in opinion; treat all faculty, staff and students as individuals, hold them to equal standards and provide equality of opportunity with regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.
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Responsibilities
Review medical records and assist with data extraction, entry, and submission
Assist with participant recruitment, screening, scheduling and conducting visits
Assist with data quality control
Assist with scheduling and conducting monitoring visits and query resolution
Request medical records and images
Assist with bio-specimen processing and tissue requests
Schedule patients for research appointments
Perform other duties as assigned by project leader or management
Job Requirements Bachelor's degree in biological sciences, health sciences, social sciences, or other related field, or an equivalent combination of education & experience required. Experience with human subjects training in a clinical research capacity or setting desired; Experience in a clinical and/or research setting working with patients desired; Computer skills required with experience using Microsoft Office Software applications desired; Must be able to effectively communicate, both face‑to‑face and in writing, with clinical staff, research participants, and outside collaborators.
As the Clinical Trials Office continues to grow and expand with the opening of new facilities, employees may be required to travel between locations within the greater Columbus region. Flexibility and adaptability are important, as staff may support studies at multiple sites based on operational needs.
Benefits The OSUCCC – James is the only cancer program in the United States that features a National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated comprehensive cancer center aligned with a nationally ranked academic medical center and a freestanding cancer hospital on the campus of one of the nation’s largest public universities.
+ Full‑time position with a first shift schedule, excellent opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in clinical research and build a strong foundation for long‑term career growth. The Clinical Trials Office is committed to supporting professional development, including guidance and resources for employees interested in pursuing SoCRA or ACRP certification. Team members also have opportunities to explore career advancement within clinical research operations and regulatory affairs. Additionally, OSU offers a Master of Clinical Research degree program through the College of Nursing, fully paid tuition assistance program is available.
The Clinical Trials Office offers staff the opportunity to apply and participate in the OSUCCC Professional Clinical Research Training Academy once a year, a year‑long program designed to expand knowledge and career potential in clinical research.
Position Details Location: James Cancer Hospital (0375) Position Type: Regular Scheduled Hours: 40 Shift: First Shift
Application Note Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post‑offer process.
EEO Statement The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability. As required by Ohio Revised Code section 3345.0216, Ohio State will: educate students by means of free, open and rigorous intellectual inquiry to seek the truth; equip students with the opportunity to develop intellectual skills to reach their own, informed conclusions; not require, favor, disfavor or prohibit speech or lawful assembly; create a community dedicated to an ethic of civil and free inquiry, which respects the autonomy of each member, supports individual capacities for growth and tolerates differences in opinion; treat all faculty, staff and students as individuals, hold them to equal standards and provide equality of opportunity with regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.
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