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Department:
SOM KC Radiation Oncology
Position Title:
Clinical Research Assistant - ONC Radiation Oncology
Job Family Group:
Professional Staff
Job Description Summary:
The Clinical Research Assistant assists in entry level clinical research activities. Under general supervision, the Clinical Research Assistant works with multidisciplinary teams including patients/study participants, families, physicians, administrative staff, and sponsor and CRO representatives to assist in coordination of all aspects of clinical research. This encompasses study recruitment, pre-screening for eligibility, data entry, maintenance of regulatory files, study visit scheduling, and collection data within scope of role.
The University of Kansas Cancer Center is the region's only National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center where patients gain access to the most promising therapies, cutting-edge clinical trials and world class research. Radiation Oncology department is recognized nationally as a leader in cancer research, care and education. We are an integral part of The University of Kansas Cancer Center, the only National Cancer Institute (NCI)-comprehensive designated Cancer Center in the state of Kansas and the Kansas City metro area. Our world-class physician faculty provide compassionate and state-of-the-art care for KU Cancer Center patients. We are leading the way with research and clinical trials that aim to improve cancer treatments, increase cure rates, decrease treatment-related side effects and improve quality of life.
Job Description:
Key Roles and Responsibilities:
- Assist in recruitment, evaluation, and education of patients regarding clinical trials following established procedures and protocols.
- Develop and maintain source documents and submit case report forms (CRFs) as required for clinical trials.
- Recognize and report adverse events/serious adverse events to the Principal Investigator, FDA, and sponsors.
- Perform study procedures, as outlined in the protocol and within state and institutional scope of practice.
- Assist with phlebotomy and sample collection, processing, handling, and shipping as outlined in the protocol and within institutional/KUMC policy.
- Ensure adequate study supplies are being maintained. May track and document study visits in the Clinical Trials Management System, study expenditures and submit reimbursement requests for study equipment, supplies and study participants.
- Prepare documentation and participate in study monitoring visits, reviews and audits. Provide written and verbal reports to Principal Investigator and other team members, as required.
- Participate in quality assurance activities by reviewing clinical data in medical record charts, assessing pharmacy compliance with protocol criteria and reviewing study documentation to ensure compliance with GCP guidelines and FDA CFR.
- Work with the Research Administration, Department Administrators and Human Research Protection Program and have a working knowledge of KUMC policies and procedures.
- Coordinate study participant visit activities including scheduling procedures, communicating with participants.
- Participate in continuing education, research, and training.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. It is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, duties, and assignments. Furthermore, job duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Required Qualifications
Work Experience:
- 4 years of experience with research or within the healthcare field. Education may substitute for experience on a year for year basis.
- Data management experience with Microsoft Excel, REDCap, CRIS, Access, or other electronic data capture systems.
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor's degree in healthcare or a related field
Work Experience:
- 1 year of experience with research or within the healthcare field.
- Experience with electronic medical records and working knowledge of medical terminology.
Skills:
- Organizational skills
- Communication skills
Required Documents:
- Resume/CV
- Cover Letter
Comprehensive Benefits Package:
Coverage begins on day one for health, dental, and vision insurance and includes health expense accounts with generous employer contributions if the employee participates in a qualifying health plan. Employer-paid life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and various additional voluntary insurance plans are available. Paid time off, including vacation and sick, begins accruing upon hire, plus ten paid holidays. One paid discretionary day is available after six months of employment, and paid time off for bereavement, jury duty, military service, and parental leave is available after 12 months of employment. A retirement program with a generous employer contribution and additional voluntary retirement programs (457 or 403b) are available.
Employee Type:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
Rate Type:
Hourly
Compensation Statement:
The pay range listed for this position is determined by our compensation program using market data and salary benchmarking. A combination of factors is considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, education, experience and training, qualifications relative to the requirements of the position, and funding. At the University of Kansas Medical Center, a reasonable estimate for the starting pay range will be the minimum to midpoint of the posted range, taking into account the combination of factors listed above.
Pay Range:
$22.88 - $33.17
Minimum
$22.88
Midpoint
$28.03
Maximum
$33.17

Department:
SOM KC Radiation Oncology
Position Title:
Clinical Research Assistant - ONC Radiation Oncology
Job Family Group:
Professional Staff
Job Description Summary:
The Clinical Research Assistant assists in entry level clinical research activities. Under general supervision, the Clinical Research Assistant works with multidisciplinary teams including patients/study participants, families, physicians, administrative staff, and sponsor and CRO representatives to assist in coordination of all aspects of clinical research. This encompasses study recruitment, pre-screening for eligibility, data entry, maintenance of regulatory files, study visit scheduling, and collection data within scope of role.
The University of Kansas Cancer Center is the region's only National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center where patients gain access to the most promising therapies, cutting-edge clinical trials and world class research. Radiation Oncology department is recognized nationally as a leader in cancer research, care and education. We are an integral part of The University of Kansas Cancer Center, the only National Cancer Institute (NCI)-comprehensive designated Cancer Center in the state of Kansas and the Kansas City metro area. Our world-class physician faculty provide compassionate and state-of-the-art care for KU Cancer Center patients. We are leading the way with research and clinical trials that aim to improve cancer treatments, increase cure rates, decrease treatment-related side effects and improve quality of life.
Job Description:
Key Roles and Responsibilities:
- Assist in recruitment, evaluation, and education of patients regarding clinical trials following established procedures and protocols.
- Develop and maintain source documents and submit case report forms (CRFs) as required for clinical trials.
- Recognize and report adverse events/serious adverse events to the Principal Investigator, FDA, and sponsors.
- Perform study procedures, as outlined in the protocol and within state and institutional scope of practice.
- Assist with phlebotomy and sample collection, processing, handling, and shipping as outlined in the protocol and within institutional/KUMC policy.
- Ensure adequate study supplies are being maintained. May track and document study visits in the Clinical Trials Management System, study expenditures and submit reimbursement requests for study equipment, supplies and study participants.
- Prepare documentation and participate in study monitoring visits, reviews and audits. Provide written and verbal reports to Principal Investigator and other team members, as required.
- Participate in quality assurance activities by reviewing clinical data in medical record charts, assessing pharmacy compliance with protocol criteria and reviewing study documentation to ensure compliance with GCP guidelines and FDA CFR.
- Work with the Research Administration, Department Administrators and Human Research Protection Program and have a working knowledge of KUMC policies and procedures.
- Coordinate study participant visit activities including scheduling procedures, communicating with participants.
- Participate in continuing education, research, and training.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. It is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, duties, and assignments. Furthermore, job duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Required Qualifications
Work Experience:
- 4 years of experience with research or within the healthcare field. Education may substitute for experience on a year for year basis.
- Data management experience with Microsoft Excel, REDCap, CRIS, Access, or other electronic data capture systems.
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor's degree in healthcare or a related field
Work Experience:
- 1 year of experience with research or within the healthcare field.
- Experience with electronic medical records and working knowledge of medical terminology.
Skills:
- Organizational skills
- Communication skills
Required Documents:
- Resume/CV
- Cover Letter
Comprehensive Benefits Package:
Coverage begins on day one for health, dental, and vision insurance and includes health expense accounts with generous employer contributions if the employee participates in a qualifying health plan. Employer-paid life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and various additional voluntary insurance plans are available. Paid time off, including vacation and sick, begins accruing upon hire, plus ten paid holidays. One paid discretionary day is available after six months of employment, and paid time off for bereavement, jury duty, military service, and parental leave is available after 12 months of employment. A retirement program with a generous employer contribution and additional voluntary retirement programs (457 or 403b) are available.
Employee Type:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
Rate Type:
Hourly
Compensation Statement:
The pay range listed for this position is determined by our compensation program using market data and salary benchmarking. A combination of factors is considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, education, experience and training, qualifications relative to the requirements of the position, and funding. At the University of Kansas Medical Center, a reasonable estimate for the starting pay range will be the minimum to midpoint of the posted range, taking into account the combination of factors listed above.
Pay Range:
$22.88 - $33.17
Minimum
$22.88
Midpoint
$28.03
Maximum
$33.17
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Clinical Research Assistant
Verify your credential meets TN requirements
TN classification for Scientific Technician/Technologist requires practical training in a life sciences discipline, not necessarily a four-year degree. A two-year college diploma in biology, chemistry, or a clinical field can qualify if your duties involve direct support of a licensed scientist or physician.
Target sponsors with active IRB-approved trials
Employers running active Institutional Review Board-approved clinical trials need coordinators and assistants urgently. Academic medical centers, contract research organizations, and pharmaceutical manufacturers are your strongest targets because their research compliance teams already understand TN documentation requirements.
Request a support letter from the supervising scientist
Your employer's offer letter alone rarely satisfies the TN's supervisory-relationship requirement for this category. Ask the principal investigator or medical director to sign a separate letter explaining how your role directly supports their licensed practice or research credential.
Search TN-ready openings through Migrate Mate
Finding employers already familiar with TN sponsorship cuts weeks off your job search. Migrate Mate surfaces Clinical Research Assistant roles at organizations with documented sponsorship history, so you can focus outreach on hiring managers who won't need a crash course in USMCA work authorization.
Clarify status before accepting contract research roles
Many CRO positions are structured as W-2 contracts through a staffing agency. If the day-to-day supervisor is the pharma client rather than the agency, CBP may question who the true employer is. Confirm the petitioner and worksite relationship with your immigration contact before signing.
Prepare your TN packet before the offer expires
Canadian citizens applying at a land port of entry can be approved same-day, but a disorganized packet causes immediate deferrals. Bring the certified offer letter, your credential documents, and a brief job-duty summary describing the scientific supervision structure in plain language.
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Find Clinical Research Assistant JobsClinical Research Assistant TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Clinical Research Assistant role qualify for TN visa status?
Yes, but the classification depends on how the role is structured. CBP evaluates Clinical Research Assistants under the Scientific Technician/Technologist category, which requires that your duties directly support a licensed or credentialed scientist, physician, or engineer. Roles that are primarily administrative, data entry, or patient-scheduling focused are less likely to qualify without a strong supervisory-relationship narrative in the offer letter.
How does TN visa sponsorship compare to H-1B for Clinical Research Assistant positions?
TN has no annual lottery and no numerical cap for Canadian citizens, so you can start working as soon as CBP approves your application, sometimes the same day at a land port of entry. H-1B selection is random and capped at 85,000 annually, meaning a qualified applicant can go unselected for multiple years. For Canadian professionals, TN is almost always faster and more predictable than H-1B for research support roles.
How can I find Clinical Research Assistant jobs that already offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. It filters openings by employers with recent visa filings, so you're not cold-applying to companies unfamiliar with work visa sponsorship. Starting your search there targets employers whose HR and legal teams already understand the visa sponsorship process and can quickly evaluate your eligibility for TN status.
What documents does a Canadian citizen need at the border to get TN status as a Clinical Research Assistant?
You need proof of Canadian citizenship, a detailed employer offer letter specifying your title, duties, supervising scientist's credentials, and the TN category you're entering under. If your qualifying credential is a two-year diploma rather than a four-year degree, bring official transcripts. CBP officers at land ports have discretion, so a clearly organized packet with a concise job-duty summary reduces the chance of a deferral.
Can Mexican Clinical Research Assistants apply for TN status, and is the process different?
Yes, Mexican citizens qualify under the same USMCA TN provisions, but the process differs. Rather than applying at a port of entry, Mexican professionals must schedule a visa interview at a U.S. consulate in Mexico and obtain a TN visa stamp before traveling. There is also a separate numerical allocation for Mexican TN nationals, though this category has not historically been exhausted.
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