Clinical Trials Research Assistant - Pediatric Nephrology

Required Qualifications

•          A Bachelor’s degree in a natural or health science field or discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. 
•          Minimum 6 months experience in research
•          Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
•          Demonstrated proficiency with computer software applications.
•          Demonstrated experience working independently and in a group setting.
•          Demonstrated experience managing information requiring attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
•          Demonstrated understanding and/or experience in clinical research.

Highly Desirable Qualifications

•          Certification that allows for blood draw (Phlebotomy Technician, Certified Medical Assistant, or LPN)
•          Demonstrated experience in medical or clinical research related to nephrology.
•   1-3 years of clinical patient care experience.

Desired Qualifications

•          Demonstrated ability to multi-task and excellent time management skills.
•          Knowledge of medical terminology related to nephrology.
•          Knowledge of Institutional Review Board Procedures, FDA regulations and study sponsor guidelines related to clinical trials research.
•          6 months to 1 year experience in medical research collection and validation of data.

Position and Application Details:

In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a “Relevant File” to the submission:

•          Resume
•          Cover Letter

The Stead Family Department of Pediatrics intends to hire for one position from either Clinical Research Nurse Coordinator, requisition #23003876, or Clinical Trials Research Assistant, requisition #23003864, based on the qualifications of the candidate. Please apply to the specific position for which you wish to be considered or both.

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.

For additional questions, please contact Pediatrics Human Resources at pedsuichildrenshr@uiowa.edu

This position is not eligible for university sponsorship for employment authorization.