Welcome page Returning Candidate? Log back in! TI Senior Clinical Research Assistant Job Locations US-OR-Portland Requisition ID 2025-32835 Position Category Research Position Type Regular Full-Time Job Type Research Department Pulmonary, Allergy, and Critical Care Medicine Salary Range $50,128.00 - $75,171.20, commensurate with experience FTE 1.00 Schedule Monday - Friday, some flexibility required HR Mission School of Medicine Drug Testable Yes Department Overview

The TI Senior Clinical Research Assistant is a highly organized and motivated clinical research coordinator who assists multiple principal investigators with a number of ongoing clinical trials related to Pulmonary, Allergy, and Critical Care Medicine. As part of the Supporting Patients Recovering from Intensive Care Research Group (SPRING), the TI SrRA will perform study procedures per the research study protocols and regulatory requirements, including participant recruitment, data and specimen collection, study procedures, data entry, organization of study records, adverse event reporting, and study invoicing. The TI SrRA will work with clinical, research, financial, and pharmacy units at OHSU as well as with external organizations such as sponsors, clinical research organizations, and regulatory bodies. Additionally, they may supervise and train student workers and volunteers. Other duties may include invoicing and regulatory responsibilities. The TI SrRA is expected to work with minimal supervision, strong interpersonal and critical thinking skills for independent problem solving are needed to achieve scientific and administrative objectives.

 

The Division of Pulmonary, Allergy, and Critical Care Medicine provides expert diagnosis and care of patients with lung diseases in our Pulmonary Clinic, and of critically ill patients in our Intensive Care Unit. Our clinical interests include all areas of lung disease and critical illness. In addition to our commitment to outstanding clinical care, we are also proud of our research programs from basic science research to clinical trials. Our educational mission includes teaching on many levels, including but not limited to our three fellowship programs in Pulmonary, Allergy, and Critical Care Medicine. More information is available on our website: www.ohsu.edu/school-of-medicine/pulmonary-critical-care-medicine

 

This position will include Clinical Research Assistant II responsibilities plus increased independence in design and implementation of experiments or clinical research studies and increased responsibility for managing labs or research units, training and supervising of students and RA’s, and/or preparation of written reports and, as applicable, regulatory documentation. Independently interacts with external research sponsor representatives as applicable. Independent responsibility for research studies.

Function/Duties of Position

Clinical Trial Coordination: Under minimal supervision, perform study interventions and assessments, research subject visits, data collection, conduct telephone surveys, survey mailings, data entry, and data management. Share responsibilities of coordination of the data collection from multiple sources, and preparation and maintenance of all regulatory materials. The SrRA will also provide support services for preparation of reports and manuscripts, and coordinate activities with clinical units, Research Pharmacy, OCTRI, etc. as needed. Perform electronic data entry, organize and maintain study records, and maintain study visit supplies. Attend research meetings as needed. Tracking study related expenditures and preparing fiscal documentation for supervisor Independent responsibility for design and implementation of experiments or clinical research studies and increased responsibility for managing labs or research units, training and supervising of students and RAs, and/or preparation of written reports and, as applicable, regulatory documentation. Independently interacts with external research sponsor representatives as applicable. Independent responsibility for research studies. 

Other duties as assigned 

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field (4 yr) AND 1 year relevant experience OR

Associate’s Degree AND 3 years relevant experience OR

4 years of equivalent experience OR

Equivalent combination of training and experience

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Excellent interpersonal skills

Interest in health promotion

Personal commitment to high quality work

The ability to work both as part of a team and individually while meeting deadlines

Demonstrated ability to take initiative and complete projects independently.

Excellent communication, both written and verbal with fluency in English

Strong computer skills and advanced MS Office skills.

Experience with database management.

Understanding of best practices for clinical research.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in a high volume direct public contact position

Strong customer service orientation

Excellent communication, both written and verbal with fluency in Spanish

Working knowledge and experience with REDCap 

Additional Details

The work schedule will vary depending on study requirements and may include evening and weekend shifts. The specifics of the schedule will be determined with the supervisor in coordination with other team members’ schedules.

All are welcome Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.