Clinical Research Specialist

Salary: $39,499.20 - $43,888.00 Annually
Location : Springfield, IL
Job Type: Principal Administrative
Job Number: 2402028
Department: Center for Clinical Research-SMS
Opening Date: 05/22/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: N/A
Shift: Days
ExemptorNon_Exempt: Exempt
SMS/SWS#: SMS-3805


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Description


Provide operational support for clinical research and/or research development activities in the Center for Clinical Research (CCR) and participate in research projects for other Departments, as appropriate. This position requires strong interpersonal skills and a basic understanding of the policies and the guidelines that govern clinical research activities.

*This position is ON SITE only*

Examples of Duties

Research:100%
General
A. Provides general support to CCR research staff, coordinators, and/or investigators.
B. Gathers pertinent research documentation (files, medical records, reports, films, etc) and assists research coordinators and investigators to maintaining research data bases, research source documents and case report forms.
C. May enter patient data into files and automated research databases.
D. May collect, verify records, and maintain data on clinical activity and/or research; prepares associated reports as required.
E. May assist in maintaining patient enrollment folders, consent forms, and supplies.
F. Develops and maintains a positive working relationship within the CCR, outside department, hospital personnel, and outside agencies.
G. May perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
H. Contact research subjects to coordinate and schedule follow-up visits.
I. Provide follow-up to site monitors, IRB personnel, physicians regarding pertinent patient information when necessary.
J. May be responsible for on call duties.
K. Attends mandatory CCR and School of medicine-required meetings, and other work-related educational programs.
L. Gather patients' related information for studies through hospital records; SIU medical records; physician notes and records.
M. May perform periodic internal quality assurance audits of study related materials to maintain site readiness for external audits
Clinical
A. May perform routine laboratory procedures and patients assessments
Development
A. Provides IRB regulatory support to residents and faculty, as directed, including but not limited to preparation of IRB submission materials, development of informed consent documents, maintenance of study approvals.
B. Assist or performs project-specific literature searches and/or literature reviews as the directed by faculty.
C. May assist in preparing and submission of research abstracts and manuscripts for faculty and resident research projects.
D. May assist faculty with the development of materials necessary for regional and/or national presentation of research results.
E. May assist faculty with basic data analysis needs. Will facilitate statistical support needs for projects using institutional and/or department level statisticians, as directed.
F. May assist faculty with submission of internal or external grant applications.
G. May order supplies and services required for clinical studies in accordance with the budget and Department/University purchasing guidelines.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:
1. Graduate of an accredited college with a minimum of a Bachelor's Degree.
2. Sensitive to the needs of underrepresented minority populations.
Desired Qualifications:
1. Must have interpersonal skills necessary to maintain cooperative working relationships with CCR employees, physician faculty, and other research staff.
2. Must have basic computer skills and be proficient with software packages including, but not limited to, MS Office (Access, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
3. Must have analytical skills necessary in order to gather, organize, and tabulate data.
4. Knowledge of pharmaceutical and medical terminology.
5. Should possess a basic understanding of the policies and the guidelines that govern clinical research activities.

Supplemental Information
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Pre-employment background screenings required.
Paid time off: Includes 12 paid holidays per year. Accrual rates vary based on employment type and years of service

Paid sick time: Use for personal illness, doctor visits, or if your immediate family members fall ill

Health, Dental, and Life insurance

Optional life insurance: Your spouse and dependents can enroll in State term life and university-sponsored term life insurance.

Prescription: Plan participants enrolled in any state health plan have prescription drug benefits included in the coverage.

Long-term Disability Insurance

Flexible spending accounts: Optional, IRS tax-favored program that enables you to stretch medical expenses and dependent care dollars

Voluntary retirement accounts: Optional plans include the State of Illinois Deferred Compensation Plan (457) and Tax Deferred Annuity (403b).

Tuition Waiver/Tuition Reimbursement: Continue your graduate or undergraduate education with the help of tuition waivers or tuition reimbursement

Leaves of absence: Includes FMLA and Extended Sick Leave Benefits for qualified employees

Employee Assistance Program: Access free and confidential support, including counseling services, and information during difficult times

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