Clinical Research Assistant
Alcanza Clinical Research
Summary
The Research Assistant (RA) provides support to the Clinical Research Coordinators (CRCs), Site Manager, Principal and Sub Investigators, and other site staff in compliance with GCP, ICH, HIPAA, FDA Regulations and SOPs. The RA performs clinical, lab, and administrative tasks as needed for the successful operation of the clinical research site.
Job description
Key Responsibilities
In collaboration with other members of the clinical research site team, assists with the execution of assigned studies, and support functions as needed. Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
- Assists with the basic screening of patients for study enrollment
- Assists with patient follow-up visits
- Documents in source clinic charts
- Enters data in EDC and answers queries
- Obtains vital signs and ECGs
- May perform blood draws
- Performs basic lab procedures per protocol, such as blood specimen collection, centrifuge operation, storing and shipping of lab specimens, accountability of specimens and notification of courier for specimen pick-up
- Requests and tracks medical record requests
- Assists the CRC with updating and maintaining logs and filing in charts, and with chart filing
- Schedules subjects for study visits, conducts appointment reminders, and reschedules visits if needed
- Ensures study related reports and patient results are reviewed by the Research Coordinator and/or investigator in a timely manner
- Assists the CRC and/or Manager with study recruitment, patient enrollment, and tracking as needed
- Maintains strict confidentiality of patients, employees, customers and company information at all times and adheres to HIPAA Guidelines
- Performs all other duties as requested or assigned
Skills, Knowledge And Expertise
Minimum Qualifications: A High School diploma and 1 year of administrative / clinical experience is required. 1 year or more years of clinical research or clinical experience is preferred. Bi-lingual (English / Spanish) proficiency is a plus.
Required Skills
- Proficiency with computer applications such as Microsoft applications, email, electronic health records, web applications, and the ability to type proficiently (40+ wpm)
- Must possess strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Well-developed written and verbal communication skills
- Well-developed interpersonal and listening skills and the ability to work well independently as well as with co-workers, subjects, managers and external customers
- Ability to effectively handle multiple tasks and adapt to changes in workloads and priorities
- Must be professional, respectful of others, self-motivated, and have a strong work ethic
- Must possess a high degree of integrity and dependability
- Ability to work under minimal supervision, identify problems and implement solutions
- Ability to handle highly sensitive information in a confidential and professional manner, and in compliance with HIPAA guidelines
Requirements
- High School diploma
- 1 year of administrative / clinical experience
- Proficiency with computer applications such as Microsoft applications, email, electronic health records, web applications
- Ability to type proficiently (40+ wpm)
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Well-developed written and verbal communication skills
- Well-developed interpersonal and listening skills
- Ability to work well independently as well as with co-workers, subjects, managers and external customers
- Ability to effectively handle multiple tasks and adapt to changes in workloads and priorities
- Professional, respectful, self-motivated, strong work ethic
- High degree of integrity and dependability
- Ability to work under minimal supervision, identify problems and implement solutions
- Ability to handle highly sensitive information confidentially and in compliance with HIPAA guidelines
Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Health Savings Accounts
- Supplemental Insurance
- 401(k) With Safe Harbor Match
Company overview
Alcanza Clinical Research is a mission-focused integrated network of clinical research facilities dedicated to advancing healthcare through inclusive clinical trials. Founded with the Spanish word "Alcanza" meaning "reach," the company operates a multi-site, multi-phase clinical research platform across multiple states including Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Michigan, South Carolina, Florida, Alabama, Georgia, and Virginia. The company specializes in Phase I-IV clinical studies across diverse therapeutic areas including neurology, dermatology, psychiatry, cardiology, endocrinology, immunology, infectious diseases, ophthalmology, and respiratory conditions. Alcanza's core mission centers on reducing barriers to clinical research participation, particularly focusing on increasing representation from underserved and diverse patient populations that have historically been underrepresented in clinical trials. The company employs a roll-up strategy, acquiring and integrating independent research sites into a centralized platform while maintaining their local brand identities and community connections. As a founding member of the Association of Multisite Research Corporations (AMRC), Alcanza collaborates with industry partners to transform clinical trial execution through standardized operations, improved data quality, and enhanced patient engagement. The company's leadership team brings extensive experience in drug development and clinical research operations, positioning Alcanza as a growing force in the fragmented clinical research site network industry.