Job Description

Clinical Research Unit Assistant

Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Clinical Research Unit Assistant - Boca Raton, FL.

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Work as part of a team to assist research coordinators with research studies.
• Help research coordinators to ensure accurate execution of research protocols in accordance with HRPP, Good Clinical Practices, HIPPA and required obligations to patient/subject, Principal Investigator, research team and the sponsor. Ensure protocols are being followed as approved by the IRB; follow EH&S and IBC procedures when applicable.
• Interface directly with patients/subjects, caregivers, and principal investigators in support of the clinical research and clinical trials. Interact with patient/subject and families in a courteous and professional manner when applicable. Be consistent and regularly follow through with the patients/subjects reminding them of visits and compliance. Extend this courteous and professional manner to faculty and staff within FAU and collaborating institutions.
• Recruit and screen potential patients/subjects for eligibility to the studies managed in the CRU. This may include gathering information from the medical records for studies involving hospital/doctors from the clinical partners, physician referral, advertisement and directly scheduling visits to screen and evaluate the patient/subject. Assist with the informed consent process and ensure that the patient/subject fully understands what is required of them throughout the study. Create and maintain participant charts and coordinates participant appointments for studies conducted in the CRU requiring those services.
• Performs phlebotomies and collection of other biological specimens. Properly process, store or ship processed specimens. Conduct off-site visits to collect patient data and specimens if required.
• Collect, organize, and maintain source documentation.
• Work with CRU team in maintaining and updating the unit policies and procedures.
• Participate in research training offered to researchers.
• Maintain the lab to ensure no expired supplies are stored and all equipment is calibrated and running properly. Assist with inventory of lab/center supplies.
• Resolve lab issues and maintain temperature logs for all specimens. Schedule biohazard pickup and disposal for the entire center. Responsible for dry ice including receiving, scheduling deliveries, and maintaining records.
• Perform other work-related duties and complete projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Salary: $16.00 - $19.00 per hour.

College or Department: Division of Research

Location: Boca Raton

Work Days and Hours: 8:00a.m. - 5:00p.m., Monday - Friday.

Application Deadline: 2025-06-15

Special Instructions to Applicant: Temporary positions are not established positions and are paid from OPS funds. Temporary positions are usually not eligible for benefits and retirement; however, they may be eligible for health insurance coverage depending on the average hours worked per week. They provide full-time or part-time employment in an exempt or non-exempt employment situation based on job duties and salary in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Temporary positions do not have layoff rights and may be terminated without prior notice. Applicants hired into Temporary positions may apply for a regular appointment should a vacancy become available.

APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED: Resume Cover letter OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED: Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment. PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED: Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check. REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATIONS: Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at 561-297-3004 or send an email at accomodate@fau.edu. To contact Human Resources, please call 561-297-3057. For communication assistance call 7-1-1.

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