Clinical Research Assistant
Unleash the power of automation for your job search (Paid option) Apply Manually(Free)
I have time, I'll manually find and apply for jobs
Job Title:
Research Assistant
Position Description:
Assist the Clinical Operations Team in a multifunctional capacity to carry out all assigned tasks associated with the collection, documentation, and maintenance of clinical data including phlebotomy/laboratory, data entry and administrative responsibilities.
Position Reports To:
Site Manager/Site Director
Position Qualification Requirements:
Education:
- High School Graduate and/or technical degree with minimum of 1 year of relevant experience in life sciences industry
Required Licenses/Certifications:
Phlebotomy if applicable and required by state law
- Intramuscular dose administration and preparation if applicable and required by state law
Required Skills:
Demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology
Demonstrated ability to use the following technology: Computers, Microsoft Office software, fax, copier, and multi-line telephone.
Understanding of verbal, written, and organizational skills
Demonstrated ability to work as a team player
Demonstrated ability to read, write, and speak English
Demonstrated ability to multi-task
Demonstrated ability to follow written guidelines
- Demonstrated ability to be flexible/adapt as daily schedule may change rapidly
Required Physical Abilites:
Sit or stand for long periods of time
Communicate in person and by a telephone
Limited walking required
- Limited to lifting up to 30 pounds
Position Responsibilities:
Assist in the conduct of clinical trials in accordance with the study protocol, GCP, ICH Guidelines, and Velocity's SOPs
Perform venipuncture, capillary puncture and/or other fluid collection within scope of the protocol and local law and regulations
With supervision, perform clinical assessments (vital signs, phlebotomy, ECG, etc) within scope of the protocol, local law and regulations
Process, package and ship laboratory specimens as required per protocol and IATA regulations, if applicable
Track, order and maintain inventory of all laboratory and study related supplies throughout course of the clinical trial
Enter source data into the sponsor's and/or vendor's data portal and resolve basic queries in a timely manner under the direction of the Clinical Research Coordinator
Communicate with coworkers, leadership, study subjects, sponsors, CROs, and vendors under the direction of the Clinical Research Team
Understand good documentation practices when collecting, transferring data to sponsor/CRO data capture systems and resolving queries under the direction of the Clinical Research Coordinator
Understand the informed consent process with emphasis on ensuring initial and ongoing consent of study subjects
Understand basic elements of regulatory documentation required to initiate, maintain and close a clinical research trial
Understand and participate in patient recruiting tasks including but not limited to prescreening potential subjects for clinical research trials either via phone or in person
Maintain confidentiality of patient protected health information, sponsor confidential information and Velocity confidential information
Ability to escalate potential patient safety issues such as adverse events, serious adverse events, and adverse events of special interest to the Clinical Research Team
Cleaning, organizing, and disinfecting the patient care, lab and lab equipment areas as needed
Prepare source document charts, copy and/or file medical records and study related documents as required.
Perform front office duties as needed including but not limited to answering phones, scheduling subjects, making reminder calls and updating patient tracking systems.
- Other duties as assigned
Title
Print Name
Signature
Date
Research Assistant, Site Operations
Site Director or Head of Operations
Author: Christine Gorgas, Senior Director Operations
Approver: Melissa Holbrook, VP Operations
Version: 26May2021
Similar jobs near me
Related articles
- Diversifying Your Skillset: Alternative Career Paths for Physical Therapists
- Factors That Affect Physical Therapist Salaries: Location, Experience, and More
- Physical Therapy Career Outlook: A Booming Industry
- The Do's and Don'ts of Physical Therapy Job Hunting
- From College to Clinic: How to Launch Your Physical Therapy Career