Clinical Research Assistant

University Hospitals

. Assist the Principal Investigator and study team with delegated duties supporting clinical trials under direct supervision of senior research staff .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeCleveland • Ohio • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in medical terminology and sample processing techniques while ensuring compliance with policies regarding Protected Health Information (PHI). Capable of effectively organizing study files and documents, and supporting clinical trial activities under supervision.

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Certification In Human Subjects Protection (CITI)DOT/IATA TrainingMedical Terminology ProficiencySample Processing TechniquesOrganizational Skills

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Hard Skills

Basic Laboratory Equipment FamiliaritySample Processing TechniquesAbility To Lift Up To 50 LbsAbility To Safely Maintain PHI

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsAbility To Work In A Team Setting

Certifications & Qualifications

Certification In Human Subjects Protection (CITI)DOT/IATA Training

Industry Keywords

Clinical TrialsResearch Subjects RecruitmentStudy VisitsProtected Health Information (PHI)

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist the Principal Investigator and study team with delegated duties supporting clinical trials under direct supervision of senior research staff
Organize and maintain study files and documents
Assist with recruitment and retention of research subjects
Assist with study visits and procedures under direct supervision of the PI and senior study staff
Process, store, and ship research samples
Perform other duties as assigned
Comply with all policies and standards
Safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI)

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Equivalent / GED (Required)
Some college (Preferred)
Medical terminology proficiency preferred
Familiarity with basic laboratory equipment
Ability to work in a team setting preferred
Excellent communication and organizational skills required
Knowledge of sample processing techniques preferred
Certification in Human Subjects Protection (CITI) required within 30 days
DOT/IATA Training required within 30 days
Ability to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI)
Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 lbs
Ability to perform frequent standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, handling, and grasping
Ability to travel; travel is listed as 10% in the requirements and 25% of the time in the job details

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full-time regular employment
Hybrid work arrangement
Annual training
UH Code of Conduct and workplace policies and procedures
Travel opportunities/requirement (10% stated in travel requirements; job details also state 25% of the time)