Clinical Research Technician

Incumbents in this job classification may work in the clinic, screening, recruitment, laboratories or any other department into which they have cross trained, and may be expected to perform duties not specified below. They may also specialize in particular aspects of this job such as training, staffing or study coordination, and may not be required to carry out all responsibilities indicated below.
• Collaborate with the Study Director/Coordinator to prepare for and execute assigned studies. Assist in ensuring that study objectives are met on time, within budget and according to applicable regulations and quality standards.
• Captain/lead studies, including: Review of study protocols, case report forms (CRF), other study documents, and electronic data capture systems; Feedback on clinical strategy and concerns; Clinical set-up and preparation of the study including labeling specimen collection tubes and containers, setting up equipment and documents; Plan logistical activity for procedures as per protocol; Generate materials, documents, and records; Attend or delegating all relevant study meetings including those with clients; Troubleshoot issues on study; Participate in huddles to ensure daily tasks are assigned to team members and are executed to the expected standards; Assist with data quality checking and query resolution.
• Orient volunteers to the study and the unit including the purpose of the study, procedures, and protocol issues such as timelines for visits and restrictions on food and drink
• Collect, record and maintain volunteer study data according to study-specific protocol and SOPs ensuring quality control for content, accuracy and completeness.
• Perform a variety of complex clinical procedures including but not limited to ECG, sample collection, spirometry, vital signs, dose verification, cannulation and cardiac telemetry monitoring. Record, report and interpret findings appropriately to develop study-specific database.
• Centrifuge, aliquot, store and log samples appropriately.
• Perform routine analysis of volunteer specimens according to SOPs. Evaluate specimen acceptability upon receipt and during the review of analysis results. Perform secondary review of volunteers’ results when required to ensure accuracy of primary result entry.
• Monitor volunteer safety and report adverse reactions to appropriate medical personnel. Attend to volunteer needs and requirements
• Maintain and restock medical supplies as needed. Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the unit.
• Provide training to new staff members on study-specific topics and new clinical skills Assist in ensuring compliance with staff training requirements by auditing and maintaining training records. Contribute to development of employees' training plans by advising Team Leads of continuing education requirements and opportunities.
• Recruit and screen volunteers for trials and maintain volunteer database.
• Participate in quality and process improvement efforts to support the culture towards a high-performing and efficient team.
• Assist with planning related to staffing and scheduling. Assist in ensuring that work shifts are staffed as required by sourcing internal staff, updating the scheduling system, and notifying staff of assignments.