Clinical Research Monitoring (CRA)

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General Notes This is a grant-funded position with an end date of September 1, 2027, renewable based upon availability of funding, work performance, and progress toward research goals.
Purpose The Clinical Research Associate I (CRA I) is responsible for assisting in the planning, execution, and monitoring of clinical trials to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and study protocols. Key responsibilities include site management, data collection, and ensuring the integrity of clinical data.
The Clinical Research Associate I will perform independently or with general direction at the fully operational journey level of the series to execute, manage, and coordinate research protocols, as directed by the Principal Investigator (PI). This role may coordinate the data collection and operations of multiple concurrent clinical research studies under the guidelines of research protocols, The University of Texas at Austin, and regulatory agency policies.
and the ability to prioritize and complete multiple projects within established deadlines.
Responsibilities Site Management & Study Execution

Conduct site initiation, monitoring, and close-out visits while managing participant recruitment, screening, and enrollment to ensure protocol adherence, regulatory compliance, and successful study execution.
Ensure compliance with study protocols and regulatory requirements.
Manage site performance and resolve issues.
Administer questionnaires, collect medical history, and perform study procedures.
Data Collection & Management

Collect and verify data from clinical sites.
Ensure accurate and timely data entry into electronic data capture systems (e.g., Review and resolve data queries.
Assist with manuscript and grant preparation, including opportunities for authorship.
Maintain and update study databases and data collection forms.
Regulatory Compliance & Oversight

Ensure adherence to Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and International Council for Harmonisation (ICH) guidelines.
Facilitate institutional review board (IRB) applications, submissions, and updates across multiple sites.
Prepare and maintain regulatory documents.
Evaluate medical records and perform screenings to identify eligible study participants.
Assist in training new site staff and research team members.
Adhere to internal controls and reporting structure.
Bachelor's degree in life sciences, nursing, or a related field
One year of relevant clinical research experience
Experience with electronic data capture systems (e.g., Master's degree in life sciences, nursing, or a related field with at least two years of clinical research experience, preferably involving pediatric or neurodevelopmental populations
Experience with statistical software (e.g., R, SAS, SPSS)
Experience presenting research findings or contributing to publications
Completion of Human Subjects Protection Training
Experience working with children and families affected by neurodevelopmental disorders
Ability to abstract data from medical records and manage complex databases
Certified Clinical Research Associate (CCRA) or Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP)
May work around standard office conditions
Occasional weekend, overtime, and evening work to meet deadlines
Occasional interstate, intrastate, and international travel
This position will be assigned on-campus with an expectation to report to work on-site during the scheduled work week.
Required Materials
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The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length. ----
A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
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