Clinical Research Assistant

Posting Details

Position Information

About MSM

Morehouse School of Medicine (MSM) is a place of distinction, serving as the nation's leading academic medical center for vulnerable populations. It's also a place for passionate individuals looking to join a dedicated community working today to help prepare tomorrow's leaders.

We exist to:

• Improve the health and well-being of individuals and communities;
• Increase the diversity of the health professional and scientific workforce;
• Address primary health care through programs in education, research and service;

With emphasis on people of color and the under-served urban and rural populations in Georgia, the nation and the world.

At Morehouse School of Medicine, we're leading the creation and advancement of health equity. You will find a fulfilling career at MSM!

Posting Number NONAC3703 Job Title Clinical Research Assistant Position Title Clinical Research Assistant Position Type Non-Faculty Number of vacancies 1 Salary Commensurate upon experience Department Center for Maternal Health Equity Position Summary

Under the direction of the CMHE Medical Director, this position provides high-level research coordination, data management, and project execution support for clinical research studies.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Education:

Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university, or relevant experience in lieu of education.

Minimum Experience:

At least 2-3 years of research experience in a clinical, public health, or academic setting.

Prior experience with IRB submissions, research compliance, and participant recruitment preferred.

Skills and Certifications:

Proficient in REDCap and Excel.

Strong knowledge of research regulations, study design, and clinical workflows.

Excellent writing, organizational, and interpersonal communication skills.

General knowledge of research fields. CITI training.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in Public Health, Health Sciences, or related field strongly preferred.

Closing Date 10/30/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants

Employment in this role may be contingent upon extramural funding and successful performance and may be terminated or reduced in percentage of appointment if such funding is not secured or ceases to be available.

Quick Link https://careers.msm.edu/postings/23778 EEO Statement Summary

Morehouse School of Medicine is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Georgia State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Morehouse School of Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression.

Job Duties

Description of Job Duty

Key Responsibilities:

• Patient Enrollment: Engage with patients in-person across multiple locations to enroll them in clinical research studies.
• Research Administration: Manage submissions to the Institutional Review Board (IRB), oversee communication with the IRB, and assist with data entry and administrative research tasks.
• Grant and Manuscript Support: Assist in grant preparation and submission, as well as manuscript preparation and editing for publication.
• Shadowing & Clinical Exposure Opportunity: Spend time shadowing Dr. M. Griffin. In-person attendance at weekly clinics to enroll patients and participate in the care of patients.

Job Duties:

Research Coordination & Project Management

• Coordinate multiple clinical and community-based research projects across partner sites (e.g., Grady, FQHCs, MSM clinics).
• Manage timelines, deliverables, and meeting schedules; proactively identify and resolve barriers to project progress.
• Support executive-level decision-making by synthesizing project updates, tracking milestones, and preparing summary reports.
• Maintain communication with investigators, research teams, and community partners to ensure study fidelity and compliance.

Regulatory & Administrative Management

• Prepare, submit, and track IRB applications, continuing reviews, and modifications.
• Ensure adherence to regulatory and ethical standards in research involving human subjects.
• Assist with protocol development, study start-up, and sponsor or site communications.

Data Collection & Management

• Coordinate participant enrollment and data collection during clinical encounters.
• Enter, verify, and manage research data in REDCap or other secure databases.
• Monitor data quality and completeness; conduct preliminary data analyses and summaries for manuscripts or reports.
• Maintain confidentiality and data security in compliance with institutional and federal policies.

Grant & Manuscript Development

• Conduct targeted literature reviews, compile citations, and summarize evidence for research proposals.
• Assist in the preparation of grant applications, including budget justifications, biosketches, and supporting documentation.
• Contribute to manuscript drafting, editing, and submission for peer-reviewed publications.
• Track deadlines and coordinate submission logistics across teams.

Clinical & Community Engagement

• Engage directly with patients and families for study recruitment and follow-up across multiple clinical sites.
• Participate in clinic sessions to identify eligible participants, coordinate consent, and support integrated research workflows.
• Liaise with community partners and patient navigators to facilitate equitable participant engagement and retention.

Strategic and Executive Support

• Assist the Medical Director with strategic planning, meeting preparation, and project tracking.
• Create executive summaries, briefing materials, and presentations for leadership, funders, or academic meetings.
• Maintain an organized digital and administrative system for CMHE clinical research activities, deadlines, and deliverables.
• Provide professional support to ensure efficiency in decision-making and execution of CMHE's mission and vision.

Pre-Employment/Employment Requirements

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization

Immunization Requirements

It is MSM's Immunization policy that all Prospective Employees are encouraged to provide proof that they are vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to commencement of employment. If employment will commence during Flu Season, MSM requires all individuals to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless granted an exemption. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain an exemption from MSM will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • What is your highest level of completed education?

• High School/GED

• Associate's Degree

• Bachelor's Degree

• Master's Degree

• EdD, MD, PhD, DrPH, JD

• • Please provide your salary requirement. Do Not Enter Negotiable, a specified salary range is required. Not providing a salary requirement will result in your application being incomplete and will not be considered.

(Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae or Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter