Research Assistant

Description

Research Assistant Duties and Responsibilities

Identify and recruit potential candidates for the current enrolling trials.

Document and maintain prescreening and enrollment logs.

Transfer study data and results from notes and records to computer formats

Organize and maintain lab storage, samples, and specimens

Follow all health and safety regulations when handling laboratory specimens

Identify and label samples and study documents

Assist with the collection and packaging of biological samples such as blood, urine, and stool.

Prepare equipment and workspace

Perform ECGs and vital signs

Schedule protocol visits and procedures

Assist in participant recruitment

Perform clerical and administrative duties as needed

Comply with all study procedures, processes, and methodologies

Sanitize and sterilize equipment and workspace

Assist all senior study staff and leadership with additional duties as needed

Qualifications

Research Assistant Requirements and Qualifications

Certificate, diploma, or associate’s degree in Medical, Research, or Laboratory Assisting

Two (2) years’ experience as a Medical, Research, or Laboratory Assistant or relevant experience in a laboratory environment

Able to perform vital signs and ECGs

Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently

Able to work independently or as an active member of a team

Good interpersonal skills and communication

Strong computer skills; Microsoft Office, Excel, etc.

Must be comfortable working with biological specimens and must comply with all health and safety regulations

Must be willing to learn and abide by the Code of Federal Regulations and Good Clinical Practice