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Job TitleResearch Assistant – Multiple Sclerosis
LocationCleveland
FacilityCleveland Clinic Main Campus
DepartmentNI Administration-Neurological Institute
Job CodeU99968
ShiftDays
Schedule8:00am-5:00pm
Job Summary
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Join Cleveland Clinic’s Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world class and caregivers are family. Here, you will work alongside a passionate and dedicated team, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.
Innovative and groundbreaking discoveries happen every day at Cleveland Clinic, and each caregiver contributes to our mission of caring for life, researching health and educating those who serve. As a Research Assistant, you will help facilitate this vision by assisting with the implementation and conduct of human subject research projects for Multiple Sclerosis. In this role, you will support the study start-up team, collaborate with various imaging modalities, and work closely with multiple study teams engaged in research that drives innovation and advances clinical care. While you will support all studies, your primary focus will be the assessment validation study in the Assessment Center. This position directly upholds Cleveland Clinic’s mission and vision by maintaining the highest standards of care, sharing knowledge that benefits patients, and contributing to world-class clinical excellence.
As part of the dedicated team at the Mellen Center, which prides itself on unified clinical and research collaboration, you will also have opportunities for professional growth. The role is primarily based at Main Campus, with additional support provided to regional locations including Hillcrest, Twinsburg, Fairview and Lorain.
A caregiver in this position works days from 8:00 a.m. -- 5:00 p.m. (start/end time flexible)
A caregiver who excels in this role will:
Assist research team with research study related tasks.
Assist with completion of protocol related activities.
Obtain and maintain clinical competencies such as phlebotomy, vital signs, ECG, POC testing and other testing as required.
Assist with the development and coordination of the research subject schedule in compliance with the research protocol.
Assist with the collection, recording and maintenance of research study records.
Demonstrate comprehension of assigned research protocols.
Develop and maintain knowledge of research protocols 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.
Maintain study personnel certification records (License, CV, CITI).
Establish and maintain filing systems.
Order and stock supplies.
Maintain professional relationships, including frequent and open effective communication with internal and external customers.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
High School Diploma/GED
Demonstrated proficiency with a variety of computer-based skills, including Word processing, spreadsheets, and database and presentation software
Understand basic concept of study design
Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills
Comfortable with technology
Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
One year of experience in a healthcare setting OR Bachelor’s Degree
Knowledge of medical terminology
Background/experience in a medical setting
Ability to assist with the research protocol
Willing to complete phlebotomy certification, if needed
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.
The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substances.
Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption.
Decisions concerning employment, transfers and promotions are made upon the basis of the best qualified candidate without regard to color, race, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran or any other characteristic protected by law. Information provided on this application may be shared with any Cleveland Clinic Health System facility.
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Cleveland Clinic is pleased to be an equal employment opportunity employer.
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What We Do
Cleveland Clinic, located in Cleveland, Ohio, is a not-for-profit, multispecialty academic medical center that integrates clinical and hospital care with research and education.
Founded in 1921 by four renowned physicians with a vision of providing outstanding patient care based upon the principles of cooperation, compassion and innovation, Cleveland Clinic has become one of the largest and most respected hospitals in the country.
Cleveland Clinic facilities can be found throughout Northeast Ohio, as well as around the country and world including:
Cleveland Clinic Florida
Cleveland Clinic Canada
Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi
Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health - Las Vegas
Cleveland Clinic health system includes eight regional hospitals, 16 family health centers, a children's hospital for rehabilitation and one affiliate hospital. Cleveland Clinic is accredited by The Joint Commission, the nation’s largest accreditor of healthcare organizations.
Our family health centers offer:
Outpatient care
Primary care
Numerous subspecialties
Numerous locations
All of our hospitals, family health centers, outpatient clinics and home healthcare programs are also accredited by The Joint Commission under its hospital accreditation program.
