Inside Higher Ed
Clinical Research Assistant - CCC | FAST Lab
Inside Higher Ed, Columbus, Ohio, United States, 43224
Clinical Research Assistant - CCC | FAST Lab
Position Summary
The Clinical Research Assistant will support the Fasting, Activity, Sleep, and Time Lab (FAST Lab). The FAST Lab investigates the impact of nutrition, fasting, meal timing, sleep, and physical activity on cancer-related health outcomes, with the goal of improving prevention strategies and lifestyle interventions. This is a full-time, in-person position located at The Ohio State University.
Responsibilities
Coordinate daily activities and research operations for nutrition and lifestyle intervention studies.
Manage IRB protocol development, submissions, renewals, and compliance for ongoing and new studies.
Recruit, screen, consent, enroll, and follow up with study participants.
Educate participants and families on study objectives and processes.
Abstract data from electronic medical records (EPIC) and manage data entry/quality assurance.
Build and maintain REDCap databases; resolve data queries and generate reports.
Ensure all studies comply with OSUCCC, federal, and sponsor requirements.
Prepare study documentation, progress reports, and assist with grant/report submissions as needed.
Guide students and trainees working in the lab.
Attend team meetings, provide regular study updates, and manage multiple projects and deadlines independently.
Job Requirements Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Sciences, Health Sciences or medical field, or equivalent combination of education experience required.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience at The Ohio State University or familiarity with OSU research processes strongly preferred.
Nutrition and clinical research experience highly preferred.
Proven ability to independently manage IRB submissions and regulatory documentation.
Prior experience coordinating clinical trials, including recruitment and retention.
Familiarity with EPIC (electronic medical record), chart review, and data abstraction.
Proficiency with REDCap; working knowledge of statistical programs (SAS, R) a plus.
Background in public health, nutrition, exercise science, psychology, or human physiology.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and reliability in meeting deadlines.
Additional Information
Research and Scholarship: Clinical Research - Individual Contributor - Technical - T2
Location: Olentangy River Rd, 3650 (2520)
Position Type: Term (Fixed Term)
Scheduled Hours: 40
Shift: First Shift
Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.
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
Coordinate daily activities and research operations for nutrition and lifestyle intervention studies.
Manage IRB protocol development, submissions, renewals, and compliance for ongoing and new studies.
Recruit, screen, consent, enroll, and follow up with study participants.
Educate participants and families on study objectives and processes.
Abstract data from electronic medical records (EPIC) and manage data entry/quality assurance.
Build and maintain REDCap databases; resolve data queries and generate reports.
Ensure all studies comply with OSUCCC, federal, and sponsor requirements.
Prepare study documentation, progress reports, and assist with grant/report submissions as needed.
Guide students and trainees working in the lab.
Attend team meetings, provide regular study updates, and manage multiple projects and deadlines independently.
Job Requirements Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Sciences, Health Sciences or medical field, or equivalent combination of education experience required.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience at The Ohio State University or familiarity with OSU research processes strongly preferred.
Nutrition and clinical research experience highly preferred.
Proven ability to independently manage IRB submissions and regulatory documentation.
Prior experience coordinating clinical trials, including recruitment and retention.
Familiarity with EPIC (electronic medical record), chart review, and data abstraction.
Proficiency with REDCap; working knowledge of statistical programs (SAS, R) a plus.
Background in public health, nutrition, exercise science, psychology, or human physiology.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and reliability in meeting deadlines.
Additional Information
Research and Scholarship: Clinical Research - Individual Contributor - Technical - T2
Location: Olentangy River Rd, 3650 (2520)
Position Type: Term (Fixed Term)
Scheduled Hours: 40
Shift: First Shift
Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.
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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