Clinical Research Assistant

Clinical Research AssistantPosting Number req27266 Department Vet Med Administration Department Website LinkLocation Tucson Campus Address Tucson, AZ USA Position Highlights

Dr. Kerri Rodriguez's Human-Animal Bond Lab (HAB Lab) is seeking a Clinical Research Assistant to help lead a national study examining the impacts of facility dog programs on patient and canine wellbeing, alongside other ongoing lab projects investigating the role of companion, therapy/facility, and service dogs in human health and wellbeing. This in-person role's responsibilities include participant recruitment, consent, and communication, as well as broader project management such as scheduling, staffing, and coordination with collaborators. This position offers hands-on experience in an interdisciplinary research environment spanning psychology, veterinary medicine, and clinical rehabilitation.

Participant Recruitment & Data Collection

• Recruit, enroll, and communicate with study participants remotely following a script and process.
• Explain study details to potential participants for multiple studies, answer questions, and refer potential participants to the study link where consent is completed by the participant.
• Coordinate scheduling across multiple concurrent research studies.
• Process compensation for research subjects and maintain confidentiality of data and accurate record keeping.

Project Management & Coordination

• Coordinate project logistics including timelines, scheduling, staffing needs, and coordination with external collaborators and partner organizations.
• Track expenditures on participant compensation and shipping.
• Update and maintain project dashboards and timelines.

Documentation & Reporting

• Organize and assemble IRB packets and follow up with areas to gain necessary information for the packet submission.
• Ensure adherence to human subjects research and data security requirements by following outlined processes and escalating issues as necessary.
• Assist in the preparation of documentation, reports, graphs, and other materials, maintaining appropriate logs and tracking participant progress records.

Laboratory Support

• Train student research assistants and coordinate student workflows.
• Foster and maintain a collaborative lab environment.
• Maintain laboratory space and equipment.
• Maintain organization of physical and virtual spaces and files.
• Obtain, store and track research supplies and samples.

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and team skills (in person, writing, and telephone).
• Strong time management, organizational skills, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently under minimal supervision.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite programs (Word, Excel, Powerpoint).

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

• High school diploma or equivalent, or equivalent learning attained through experience required.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience required.

• Experience with REDCap and Qualtrics preferred, but not required.
• Project management experience.

FLSA Non-Exempt Full Time/Part Time Full Time Number of Hours Worked per Week 40 Job FTE 1.0 Work Calendar Fiscal Job Category Research Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits Rate of Pay $18.15 - $22.69 Compensation Type hourly rate Grade 4 Compensation Guidance The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

The Grade Range represent a full range of career compensation growth over time. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator. Career Stream and Level OC3 Job Family Clinical Research Job Function Research Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive) Number of Vacancies 1 Target Hire DateExpected End DateContact Information for CandidatesOpen Date 10/6/2026 Open Until Filled Yes Documents Needed to Apply Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter Special Instructions to ApplicantNotice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety ReportIn compliance with the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University’s campuses. These reports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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