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Clinical Research Assistant 2

Oregon Health & Science University

Portland, OR · Posted October 28, 2025

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About the job

This position is primarily responsible for the coordination of neuroimaging-focused research studies. We are looking for someone who is highly organized, motivated, and able to communicate effectively and professionally (verbally and in writing) with study participants, staff, faculty and other departments at OHSU.

Responsibilities:

Work to recruit both new and existing center participants for neuroimaging studies

Screen, consent, and enroll participants in research studies

Prepare for and coordinate in-person study visits including scheduling participants and staff (physicians, assessors and others), clinic space, imaging and/or other appointments

Accompany participants to study visits, ensuring their comfort and understanding of the study activities

Maintain documentation including study visit data entry, organization and maintenance of study documents and materials

Perform phlebotomy (training provided as needed), process and ship blood samples

Assist with regulatory compliance.

Work with Principal Investigators and/or other staff on reporting of study activities

*Please include a cover letter and resume with your application.

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field OR , Associate’s degree AND 2 years of relevant experience OR , 3 years of relevant experience OR , Equivalent combination of training and experience

Working knowledge of scientific methods and human subjects research

Intermediate or advanced knowledge of Word, Excel, Outlook, and other MS Office programs

Demonstration of high level of attention to detail; self-starter; ability to prioritize work demands and manage time appropriately

Demonstrated high level of organization and ability to efficiently manage multiple tasks

Ability to speak and communicate clearly and demonstrate a high level of professionalism; ability to interact patiently and respectfully with elderly volunteers

Able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation

Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills and be able to multi-task

Human subjects research experience

Experience working with older adults

Experience working with a wide variety of community members

Experience with phlebotomy

Phlebotomy certification

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field OR , Associate’s degree AND 2 years of relevant experience OR , 3 years of relevant experience OR , Equivalent combination of training and experience

Working knowledge of scientific methods and human subjects research

Intermediate or advanced knowledge of Word, Excel, Outlook, and other MS Office programs

Demonstration of high level of attention to detail; self-starter; ability to prioritize work demands and manage time appropriately

Demonstrated high level of organization and ability to efficiently manage multiple tasks

Ability to speak and communicate clearly and demonstrate a high level of professionalism; ability to interact patiently and respectfully with elderly volunteers

Able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation

Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills and be able to multi-task

Human subjects research experience

Experience working with older adults

Experience working with a wide variety of community members

Experience with phlebotomy

Phlebotomy certification