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Research Specialist

  • St Joseph Hospital & Medical Center
  • Phoenix, Arizona
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The posted compensation range of $24.33 - $36.19 /hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.

Job ID
2026-457008
Employment Type
Full Time
Department
Research Administration
Hours/Pay Period
80
Weekly Schedule
M-F (8-5pm)
Shift
Day
Remote
No
Category
Research

Job Summary and Responsibilities

We are currently recruiting a Clinical Research Specialist to join the team at the Barrow Neurological Institute (BNI) at Dignity Health St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center. BNI is an internationally renowned medical center providing care for people worldwide facing brain and spine diseases and disorders. This role will support multiple programs and indications across BNI, which is home to specialized centers such as the Lewis Migraine Center, the Gregory W. Fulton ALS and Neuromuscular Disease Center, and the Muhammad Ali Parkinson's Center, among others. We offer high-quality care and cutting-edge research for various neurological disorders, including but not limited to MS, migraines, acromegaly, Cushing’s disease, ALS, Parkinson’s disease, and epilepsy. Our dedicated team of neurologists, research professionals, nurses, and therapists focuses on providing the best clinical care, research, rehabilitation, education, and support. We are proud to participate in multi-center international clinical trials, offering patients critical research opportunities that help advance the field of medicine and expand their clinical care options.

As a Research Specialist, you will lead and manage complex clinical research, collaborating with Principal Investigators to ensure protocol adherence and scientific integrity. You will actively contribute to study design and methodology to advance research objectives.

Every day you will oversee data collection, management, and quality control, ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance. You will analyze data, prepare detailed reports, and contribute to presentations and publications.

To be successful in this role, you will possess advanced knowledge of research methodologies and regulatory guidelines, demonstrating exceptional problem-solving and critical thinking skills. Your ability to manage multiple projects, mentor junior staff, and communicate complex scientific information effectively is essential.

  • Coordinates and schedules subject study visits to ensure adequate supplies, procedures and investigator availability.
  • Provides study specific, individualized education to study subjects and families.
  • Ensures all appropriate subject consents are obtained.
  • Collects and processes protocol required specimens.
  • Acts as a liaison between Sponsor, Investigator, and Study Subject
  • Collects all required study data and completes CRFs in a timely, accurate manner.


Job Requirements

Requirements:

Minimum 2 years related experience required.

Competent in computer skills including the Microsoft Office products required.

Associates degree in related field or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/ or job-related experience in lieu of degree required.

Preferred:

Three (3) years clinical research experience preferred

Bachelor's Degree in related field preferred.

Where You'll Work

Hello humankindness Located conveniently in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona,St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center is a 571-bed, not-for-profit hospital that provides a wide range of health, social and support services. Founded in 1895 by the Sisters of Mercy, St. Joseph's was the first hospital in the Phoenix area. More than 125 years later, St. Joseph's remains dedicated to its mission of caring for the poor and underserved. We are extremely proud to be a nationally recognized center for quality quaternary care, medical education and research. St. Joseph's includes the internationally renowned Barrow Neurological Institute, Norton Thoracic Institute, Cancer Center at St. Joseph's, Ivy Brain Tumor Center, and St. Joseph's Level I Trauma Center (which is verified by the American College of Surgeons). The hospital is also a respected center for high-risk obstetrics, neuro-rehabilitation, orthopedics, and other medical services. St. Joseph’s is considered a sought-after destination hospital for treating the most complex cases from throughout the world. Every day, approximately 20 percent of the hospital’s patients have traveled from outside of Arizona and the United States to seek treatment at St. Joseph’s. U.S News & World Report routinely ranks St. Joseph's among the top hospitals in the United States for neurology and neurosurgery. In addition, St. Joseph's boasts the Creighton University School of Medicine at St. Joseph's, and a strategic alliance with Phoenix Children's Hospital. St. Joseph's is consistently named an outstanding place to work and one of Arizona's healthiest employers. Come grow your career with one of Arizona's Most Admired Companies. Look for us on Facebookand follow us on Twitter. For the health of our community ... we are proud to be a tobacco-free campus.

Total Rewards

Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible team members may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit our Total Rewards

Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.

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