Clinical Research Assistant | Family Medicine | SOM | 625680

Clinical Research Assistant | Family Medicine | SOM | 625680

• 45002503
• 907 Floyd Avenue, MCV Main Campus, Virginia, United States, 23284
• Research
• Staff
• Massey Comprehensive Cancer Ctr MBU

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Advertising Summary: Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Medicine is a premier academic medical center located in the heart of Richmond. Accounting for almost half of VCU's sponsored research, the School of Medicine is internationally recognized for patient care and education. Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity employer.

Unit: Massey Comprehensive Cancer Ctr MBU

Department: Family Medicine Massey Research Support

Duties & Responsibilities:

The Clinical Research Assistant will support multiple active research studies within Dr. Fuemmeler's lab, with a primary focus on community outreach, patient engagement, and research communications. The role spans several funded projects and requires strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate project communications across the lab's portfolio, including developing and disseminating research newsletters and stakeholder updates
• Serve as a community liaison for the LEGO (THRIVE at Home) project, supporting outreach efforts to cancer survivorship communities and underserved populations
• Provide research coordination support for the ACCERT project, including tracking deliverables, coordinating meetings, and maintaining project documentation
• Support IRB documentation, data collection activities, and reporting as needed across projects

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work or Public Health or equivalent experience
• Experience in community engagement, program coordination, or health research
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work, Public Health, or a related field

Salary Range: $45,000-$55,000, Commensurate with experience

Benefits: All VCU employee types are eligible for a wide array of benefits to support you during your employment at VCU. Consult the benefits website for information on benefits eligibility according to employee type.

FLSA Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

Hours per Week: 40

ORP Eligible: No

Flexible Work Arrangement: Fully Onsite

University Job Title: 93400 - Open

Contact Name: Ashley Krauss

Contact Email: ashley.krauss@vcuhealth.org