Clinical Research Assistant-Houston, TX

Care Access - Houston, TX

Full-time - Entry Level

Houston, TX

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Clinical Research Assistant position at Care Access is an entry-level role designed to immerse individuals in the clinical research process while equipping them with the necessary skills to advance to a Clinical Research Coordinator position. This role is pivotal in supporting the mission of Care Access, which aims to revolutionize access to clinical trials and enhance patient participation. The Clinical Research Assistant will engage in various tasks that contribute to the successful execution of clinical trials, ensuring compliance with institutional Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and regulatory guidelines. In this role, the Clinical Research Assistant will participate in recruitment and pre-screening events, which may occur at different locations. They will assist in preparing outreach materials and identifying potential participants by reviewing medical records, study charts, and subject databases. The position involves conducting phone screenings to recruit new participants and requesting medical records for both potential and current research participants. The Clinical Research Assistant will also be responsible for scheduling visits with participants and providing reminders, as well as obtaining informed consent under the guidance of the Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC). The role requires the Clinical Research Assistant to complete visit procedures as dictated by the study protocol, collect and process specimens, and accurately record data in real-time on paper or electronic source documents. They will also assist with administrative tasks, maintain site logs, manage inventory, and ensure adherence to FDA regulations and ICH guidelines throughout the clinical trial process. Building effective relationships with study participants and collaborating with other Care Access Research personnel is essential, as is maintaining a professional demeanor in all interactions. This position offers opportunities for growth and advancement within the Care Access Research organization, making it an excellent starting point for a career in clinical research.

Responsibilities

• Understand and follow institutional SOPs.
• Participate in recruitment and pre-screening events, potentially at different locations.
• Assist with preparation of outreach materials.
• Identify potential participants by reviewing medical records, study charts, and subject database.
• Conduct phone screenings to recruit new participants.
• Request medical records of potential and current research participants.
• Schedule visits with participants and provide reminders.
• Obtain informed consent per Care Access Research SOP under the direction of the CRC.
• Complete visit procedures as required by protocol under the direction of the CRC.
• Collect, process, and ship specimens as directed by protocol under the direction of the CRC.
• Record data legibly and enter it in real-time on paper or e-source documents.
• Request study participant payments.
• Update all applicable internal trackers and online recruitment systems.
• Assist with query resolution.
• Perform administrative tasks such as copying, scanning, filing, mailing, and emailing.
• Maintain all site logs.
• Assist with inventory and ordering equipment and supplies.
• Maintain adherence to FDA regulations and ICH guidelines in all aspects of conducting clinical trials.
• Maintain effective relationships with study participants and other Care Access Research personnel.
• Interact positively and professionally with patients/participants, sponsor representatives, Investigators, and Care Access Research personnel and management.
• Communicate clearly verbally and in writing.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Entry-level position with a willingness to learn and grow in clinical research.
• Ability to understand and follow institutional SOPs and regulatory guidelines.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to interact positively and professionally with participants and team members.
• Basic organizational skills and attention to detail.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in clinical research or a related field is a plus.
• Familiarity with medical terminology.
• Proficiency in data entry and management.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off