Research Assistant
The Clinical Research Assistant supports clinical research coordinators and investigators in managing and executing clinical trials by coordinating study activities, preparing materials, and maintaining accurate records. This entry-level role requires adherence to research protocols and regulatory standards while facilitating participant visits and supporting overall research operations.
About Careertakes
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What You’ll Do
The Confidential Client is hiring a Research Assistant to support clinical research activities. This entry-level role supports Clinical Research Coordinators and investigators in executing clinical trials and maintaining study integrity.
- Assist Clinical Research Coordinators with the conduct of multiple clinical trials
- Schedule study visits and participant appointments
- Prepare examination rooms, study materials, and laboratory kits for visits
- Organize and maintain research supplies and study documentation
- Perform accurate data entry and maintain study records in study databases
- Assist with protocol-related procedures under supervision
- Ensure compliance with study protocols, documentation standards, and regulatory requirements
- Support study teams with general research operations and administrative tasks
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Neuroscience, Biology, Public Health, Health Sciences, or a related field
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively on a team
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Self-starter with a proactive approach to tasks
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience or coursework related to clinical research
- Familiarity with neuropsychiatric disorders and depression treatments
- Phlebotomy training or clinical sampling experience
- Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) principles
Skills
- Data entry and documentation accuracy
- Scheduling and participant coordination
- Research protocol adherence
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Interpersonal and communication skills
- Problem solving and critical thinking
Compensation & Employment Type
- Starting pay (as referenced in the posting): $29.00 per hour
- Employment Type: FULL_TIME
- Location: On-site in Times Square, WA
Note: The listed starting pay was provided in the source posting. Final compensation may vary based on experience and other lawful factors. This posting complies with applicable Washington state pay-transparency requirements by showing the provided starting wage.
About the Role & Location
This Research Assistant role is based in Times Square, WA and supports clinical research operations for a Confidential Client in the Scientific & QA industry. The role is ideal for early-career candidates with a relevant bachelor’s degree who want hands-on experience in clinical trial operations, participant interactions, and study documentation.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
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