Research Team Recruiter

Thermo FisherAustin, TX, US

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Discover Impactful Work

Under the general direction of the Research Team Leader, the Research Team Recruiter is responsible for the successful recruitment of subject volunteers to participate in Phase I research studies. Provides the Informed Consent Session as delegated by the Principal Investigator. Prepares all required paperwork(source documents, lab requisitions, clinical labels, physical forms, etc.) required to accurately capture all data required by a study protocol in regard to subject inclusion / exclusion criteria

A Day in the Life

Reviews protocols to determine study specific inclusion / exclusion information. Evaluates for gaps in information and discusses omissions with Team Leader and Project Manager to develop clear criteria.

Sets up screenings for participants. Sets up the number and times of screenings and physicals to meet team and staffing needs. Keeps the Senior Research Technician staff apprised of screening times to ensure adequate help with procedures. Arrives 15 minutes prior to scheduled screening with complete screening paperwork for the required number of screening participants.

Conducts the Informed Consent session by reading aloud the most recently approved version of the Informed Consent to volunteers while the volunteers follow along with their own copies.

Ensures each subject screened has been properly consented, has a signed informed consent, and all questions answered prior to any procedures being performed and continuing in the screening process.

Ensures all study participants' paperwork is complete and adequately reflects their participation in the study screening process. Ensures all subjects' and screening failure paperwork is kept with the study to meet FDA requirements.

Ensures physician reviews all clinical labs, ECGs and other tests as required.

Develops screening tools and source documents to ensure adherence to all inclusion / exclusion criteria. These documents include Medical History, Physical Exams, Study Dates and Information, Study Demographics, Study Admission Records, Alcohol / Tobacco Consumption, Screening Log, Sign-in Sheets, Volunteer Tracking Form and any other form required. Reviews computerized phone-screening tool for accuracy.

Keys to Success

Education

High / Secondary school diploma or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification

Technical positions may require a certificate

Experience

Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to at least 2 years) or equivalent combination of education, training, & experience.

Years of experience refers to typical years of related experience needed to gain the required knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of the job. Years of experience are not to be used as the only determining factor in establishing the job class or making employment selection decisions.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Demonstrated ability managing multiple responsibilities and completion of projects in either a work or school setting.
Strong communication skills.
Ability to clearly explain information to a wide variety of individuals.
Ability to speak in front of an audience.
Effective problem-solving skills.
Ability to function with multiple types of individuals in potentially difficult or uncomfortable settings.
Attention to detail. Strong planning and organizational capabilities to manage multiple tasks and multiple study groups at one time.
Effective time management skills.
Ability and willingness to learn to administer investigational drugs or test investigational devices. This may include dosing orally, intravenously, topically, or other approved dosing methods.

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

Work is performed in an office or clinical environment with exposure to electrical office equipment.

Occasional drives to site locations. Potential Occasional travel required.

Frequent long hours, weekends and / or holidays

Exposure to blood and biohazardous waste

Be available by cell phone after hours

Exposure to fluctuating and / or extreme temperatures on rare occasions

Physical Requirements :

Frequently stationary for 2-4 hours per day.

Repetitive hand movement of both hands with the ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists.

Frequent mobility required.

Occasional crouching, stooping, bending and twisting of upper body and neck.

Light to moderate lifting and carrying (or otherwise moves) objects including luggage and laptop computer with a maximum lift of 15-20 lbs.

Ability to access and use a variety of computer software developed both in-house and off-the-shelf.

Ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand; with the ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.

May interact with others, relating and gathering sensitive information. Interaction includes diverse groups.

Works with guidance or reliance on oral or written instructions from management. May require periods of intense concentration.

Performs a wide range of variable tasks as dictated by variable demands and changing conditions with little predictability as to the occurrence. Ability to perform under stress. Ability to multi-task.

Regular and consistent attendance.

Benefits

We offer competitive remuneration, annual incentive plan bonus, healthcare, and a range of employee benefits. Thermo Fisher Scientific offers employment with an innovative, forward-thinking organization, and outstanding career and development prospects. We offer an exciting company culture that stands for integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation!

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