Clin Research Interviewer II

DESCRIPTION

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Recruits, screens, identifies, contacts, and interviews participants to obtain data for assigned research projects.
Interviews may be conducted in person, in a clinical setting, the subject’s residence, or by telephone.
Coordinates the data collection process.
May abstract data from the participant’s medical record.
Schedules appointments, obtains consent forms, explains the study to the participant and collects data.
May observe participants and record results of observation through written documentation or video recording.
Edits completed questionnaires for completeness, legibility and accuracy.
Follows up with participants to obtain missing data or clarify existing data.
Designs forms, worksheets and study questionnaires. May code and enter data into a database.
Compiles data and produces reports to be used for analysis of research findings.
Provides direction to others engaged in the interviewing process.
Maintains required record-keeping. Performs related approved non-clinical responsibilities as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

A high school diploma or equivalent.
Two years of administrative support, customer service or other related experience which includes one year of interviewing experience.
Data entry experience.
This position is intended to support clinical research and all clinical training requirements must be monitored through Emory Healthcare under the CLINICAL RESEARCHER category.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

This individual will be responsible for study subject screening (review of inclusion/exclusion criteria) for several acute research trials at Grady Memorial Hospital. May also coordinate followup visits. Must be efficient, organized, detail oriented and able to function independently.

The ideal candidate will have a BS degree and an interest in obtaining clinical/research experience prior to starting or applying to graduate school. Looking for a 12month commitment.