Clinical Research Assistant
Swcenter, Virginia, MN, United States
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
Massey Research Support
Position Summary
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
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or Public Health
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
$25/hr
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
20
ORP Eligible
No
University Job Title
34001N - Clinical Research Assistant 1
Rank
Non Faculty
Contact Name
Ashley Krauss
Contact Email
ashley.krauss@vcuhealth.org
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Unit
Massey Comprehensive Cancer Ctr MBU
Department
Massey Research Support
Position Summary
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
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or Public Health
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
$25/hr
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
20
ORP Eligible
No
University Job Title
34001N - Clinical Research Assistant 1
Rank
Non Faculty
Contact Name
Ashley Krauss
Contact Email
ashley.krauss@vcuhealth.org
#J-18808-Ljbffr