Clinical Research Associate -Cvcc

About Children’s Minnesota
Children’s Minnesota is one of the largest pediatric health systems in the United States and the only health system in Minnesota to provide care exclusively to children, from before birth through young adulthood. An independent and not-for-profit system since 1924, Children’s Minnesota is one system serving kids throughout the Upper Midwest at two free-standing hospitals, nine primary care clinics, multiple specialty clinics and seven rehabilitation sites. As The Kids Experts™ in our region, Children’s Minnesota is regularly ranked by U.S. News & World Report as a top children’s hospital. Find us on Facebook @childrensminnesota or on Twitter and Instagram @childrensmn. Please visit childrensMN.org.
Department Overview
The Research Institute at Children's Minnesota (CMRI) promotes and facilitates research, education, and outreach. CMRI formally submits proposals on behalf of investigators, research programs, and departments within Children's. The institute works with investigators to prepare proposals, route them for appropriate sign-offs, and provides the final review and institutional approval prior to submission to a potential sponsor.
Position Summary
The primary responsibility of the Clinical Research Associate is support of the research team in the conduct and oversight of department research projects.
Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To The Following

• Assist research team with coordination and entry of research data
• Interact with patients and families for securing informed consent, scheduling research visits, and collection of data
• Perform study startup, implementation, and closeout activities
• Maintain documentation for regulatory binder, adverse event reporting, and communications between sponsors and sites
• Assist with regulatory submissions to the Institutional Review Board, and maintain compliance with all federal and local agencies in accordance with Good Clinical Practice guidelines

Other special skills specific to assigned research area may include phlebotomy, sample collection, processing or shipping, ECGs, chart abstraction or other duties as assigned.

• Strong computer skills beyond basic familiarity with the most common hardware and software system
• High attention to detail with strong written and oral communication skills
• Have the ability to assist staff working on multiple projects
• Baccalaureate degree or at least 4 years relevant clinical research, professional experience.

Preferred

• Baccalaureate degree and at least 2 years of relevant clinical research experience in a similar or related field
• Have experience working with pediatric population
• SoCRA or ACRP certification

Promotion to next higher level is determined by the Clinical Research Program Manager through performance reviews that take into account both experience carrying out the department's job-related duties/tasks, as well as a demonstrated commitment to professionalism in carrying out those tasks in line with Children's values and organizational policies and procedures.
Physical Demands
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All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of an occupational health assessment, drug screen, background investigation, and compliance with the U.S. Government Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification. Children’s Minnesota requires proof of COVID-19 vaccine, and as recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), immunity to vaccine preventable infectious diseases, prior to employment.
Children’s Minnesota is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities to all applicants. EO M/F/Disability/Vet Employer.
Employee Status
Regular
Hours Per Pay Period
80
FTE
1.0
Shift
Days
Shift Length
8 hours
Weekend Coverage
Not Applicable
Call Coverage
Yes
Job Posting
May 5, 2023, 4:19:07 PM
Job
Business Professional
Primary Location
USA-MN-MN and WI Remote
Salary (Pay Basis)
48,568.00