Research Assistant
Centricity Research
Summary
We're looking for a Research Assistant (RA) to support the successful execution of clinical research studies from start to finish. In this role, you'll work closely with Investigators, Clinical Research Coordinators (CRCs), and the wider site team to ensure studies run smoothly, safely, and in full compliance with protocol and regulations. This hands-on role is varied – some days you'll recruit and screen participants, other days you'll collect data, process samples, or keep study documentation organized and accurate.
Job description
About the Role
We're looking for a Research Assistant (RA) to support the successful execution of clinical research studies from start to finish. In this role, you'll work closely with Investigators, Clinical Research Coordinators (CRCs), and the wider site team to ensure studies run smoothly, safely, and in full compliance with protocol and regulations. This hands-on role is varied – some days you'll recruit and screen participants, other days you'll collect data, process samples, or keep study documentation organized and accurate.
What You'll Do
- Study Protocol & Safety: Conduct study activities in compliance with GCP, SOPs, and protocols; monitor participant safety; and perform scheduled visits and assessments (e.g., vitals, ECGs).
- Recruitment & Enrollment: Support recruitment efforts, screen participants, obtain informed consent, and maintain accurate documentation.
- Study Visit Execution: Perform delegated clinical tasks such as phlebotomy, sample collection/shipping, point-of-care testing, and investigational product accountability.
- Data Integrity & Compliance: Complete source documents and CRFs, maintain CTMS records, report adverse events promptly, and ensure investigational product inventory and storage compliance.
- Site & Administrative Support: Prepare for monitoring visits and audits, maintain ISF, organize exam rooms and labs, assist with scheduling and participant check-in/out, and support outreach events.
You Might Be a Great Fit If You
- Have a degree in a health, science, or research-related field or equivalent hands-on experience in a healthcare or clinical setting.
- Are comfortable with clinical tools like blood pressure monitors, ECG machines, or point-of-care testing devices (or are eager to learn).
- Have strong attention to detail and can maintain accurate, compliant documentation.
- Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
- Communicate clearly and professionally with participants, colleagues, and external partners.
- Are tech-savvy and comfortable navigating Microsoft Office and clinical data systems.
- Thrive in a team environment but can also work independently.
- Bring a proactive, problem-solving mindset to every challenge.
Requirements
- Degree in a health, science, or research-related field or equivalent hands-on experience in a healthcare or clinical setting
- Comfort with clinical tools such as blood pressure monitors, ECG machines, or point-of-care testing devices
- Strong attention to detail and accurate, compliant documentation
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities
- Clear and professional communication with participants, colleagues, and external partners
- Tech-savvy with Microsoft Office and clinical data systems
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Proactive, problem-solving mindset
- Must reside in Suffolk, VA or within reasonable commuting distance
Benefits
- Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Enhanced EAP
- Mental Health Support
- Flexible PTO
- Paid Holidays
- Continuing Education Reimbursement
- 401(k) / RRSP
- Company Match
- Immediate Vesting
Company overview
Centricity Research is a leading integrated research organization (IRO) and one of the largest clinical research networks in North America. The company specializes in conducting Phase I-IV clinical trials across more than 35 therapeutic areas, including oncology, cardiology, endocrinology, infectious diseases, neurology, and women's health. With over 40 wholly owned clinical research offices across the United States and Canada, Centricity Research provides multi-site, multi-provincial access to experienced investigators and research centers. The organization serves pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device sponsors, offering comprehensive clinical trial services from study design through execution. Centricity Research has access to over 7.8 million patients and maintains more than 150 active investigators across North America. The company is recognized for its patient-centric approach and has received numerous awards for workplace excellence and diversity in clinical research.