Clinical Research Associate 2 - Pediatric Obesity Clinical Trials

lsu.edu

Baton Rouge, Louisiana, US
Not specified; benefits: health, dental, vision, l...
3+ years healthcare or clinical research experience
Pediatric care and human subjects assessment
Proficiency in good clinical practice guidelines
Pennington Biomedical Research Center is seeking a Clinical Research Associate to conduct autonomous clinical trial study visits and data collection for pediatric obesity research

Job Summary

  • Pennington Biomedical Research Center is seeking a Clinical Research Associate to conduct autonomous clinical trial study visits and data collection for pediatric obesity research.
  • The role requires obtaining informed consent, measuring anthropometrics, assessing diet and activity, and ensuring high data quality across multiple clinical sites throughout the state.
  • Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in life sciences or related fields, strong knowledge of GCP guidelines, and the ability to coordinate interventions while maintaining participant rapport.

Matching Summary

Pennington Biomedical Research Center is seeking a Clinical Research Associate to conduct autonomous clinical trial study visits and data collection for pediatric obesity research.

Salary

Not specified; Benefits: Health, dental, vision, life insurance; Retirement options, paid holidays, wellness benefits, tuition exemption

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 3+ years healthcare or clinical research experience
  • Pediatric care and human subjects assessment
  • Proficiency in Good Clinical Practice guidelines
  • Experience with REDCap database entry
  • Ability to travel off-campus for site visits

Nice-to-have

  • Strong interpersonal skills with diverse age groups
  • Excellent organizational and time-management abilities
  • Empathetic communication for complex information
  • Willingness to work flexible after-hours schedules

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in life sciences, nursing, public health, or related field
  • 3+ years of experience in healthcare setting or clinical research
  • Strong understanding of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and human subjects protection
  • Flexibility for intermittent travel outside Baton Rouge
  • Availability for flexible schedule including after-hours work

Work Rights

Not specified

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