About the Job

SecondWave Systems is developing a noninvasive, wearable ultrasound stimulation device to treat rheumatoid arthritis. This is an emerging modality in medicine that will provide patients and their physicians a new option for treating inflammatory diseases.

SecondWave is hiring a clinical research associate to support clinical trial efforts and device implementation in multiple cities across the U.S., with the company’s headquarters in Saint Paul, MN acting as the home base for study operations. A key area of focus will be facilitating a clinical study investigating ultrasound stimulation of the spleen to treat rheumatoid arthritis.

Job Duties:

The individual will perform clinical research investigating splenic ultrasound stimulation in its upcoming clinical study for treating rheumatoid arthritis, but may also support additional studies that run concurrently. Critical to all aspects of this role will be to ensure that research tasks are following the approved protocols and procedures, while maintaining accordance with regulatory requirements.

This role will have considerable patient-facing responsibilities, so professionalism, confidentiality and appropriate bedside manner are essential. A science/research background is preferred, but those with proficient technical skills (familiarity with computers and technology) is sufficient if the candidate has strong patient-facing/medical experience.

75% - Interact and coordinate activities with human participants in studies. This includes interacting with participants through in-person and virtual sessions. The individual will train participants on the use of the investigational ultrasound device and oversee that treatment is administered properly. The individual will learn the protocols and methods that are required for each project, monitor procedures to ensure safety of the staff and participants, collect key study data, manage and support study equipment deployed in the field, and oversee preparation and accurate management of trial documentation. The individual will interact with clinicians and nursing staff at the study sites, and help workflow and interactions between participants and study staff. These activities will involve travel to partner clinical trial sites and to the participant’s homes near those sites throughout the study.

25% - Support clinical trial tasks and company operations with clinical and industry collaborators. Some tasks will involve data entry and management, tabulation of biological/imaging data, and quality control of the research data. The candidate will also assist in preparing reports and presentations, and be involved in meetings and discussions with clinicians, industry partners, and other researchers.

Qualifications:

All required qualifications must be included in the application materials

Required Qualifications:

• BA/BS or combination of related education and work experience to equal 4 years
• Experience and interest in medicine and patient-facing roles
• Proficient technical skills (familiarity with computers and technology)
• High attention to detail and data management skills
• Ability to collect and manage electronic health information
• Ability to ensure that project tasks are completed in an ethically, scientifically, rigorous and timely manner
• Reliable ground transportation for travel to patient sites; willingness and ability to travel domestically via air as needed.
• Must be able to rent and operate a rental car through company-approved vendors, as required for travel or site visits.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a laboratory or clinical research setting
• Science/engineering background or interest
• Experience with online databases such as REDCap, Epic or similar data collection programs, along with basic skills in Office or similar types of software

Physical Demands:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The incumbent typically works in office, home, and lab environments and uses a computer, telephone, lab, and other office equipment as needed to perform duties. The noise level in the work environment is typical of that of an office, lab, and home.
• Incumbent may encounter frequent interruptions throughout the workday.
• The employee is regularly required to sit, talk, or hear; frequently required to use repetitive hand motion, handle or feel, and to stand, walk, reach, bend or lift up to 40 pounds.
• The employee will need to regularly travel to in-person sites.

Pay and Benefits:

Pay Range: $80,000- $110,000; depending on education/qualifications/experience

FLSA Status: Full Time Exempt

SecondWave Systems offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance
• EAP
• Company paid and voluntary Life insurance
• Aflac
• Paid company holidays
• Vacation and sick time
• SIMPLE IRA with 3% company match
• Opportunities for advancement

How To Apply:

Apply via our Careers site. Check us out at www.secondwaveus.com

If you are in growth-mode and you are seeking the next big challenge to advance your career, we hope to hear from you! 

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• This position will remain open until filled.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. This company does not sponsor applicants for work visas.
• Local applicants or those who can report to work on a punctual basis in Minneapolis/Saint Paul, Minnesota during normal work hours and as needed to meet business requirements are encouraged to apply; there is no relocation allowance. 
• Preference is given to applicants who are local to MSP, however, applicants residing near major airports are also encouraged to apply with an understanding of required frequent travel to MSP or other required sites.

EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability. SecondWave Systems reserves the right to alter, change, modify and/or terminate this job posting at any time without advance notice, or obligation, to any party.