Clinical Research Assistant

$41,600 - $49,920/Yr

Northrop Grumman - Knoxville, TN

Full-time - Entry Level

Knoxville, TN

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

The Clinical Research Assistant plays a crucial role in supporting clinical trials by performing a variety of clinical and administrative tasks. This position is responsible for ensuring that studies are conducted accurately and on time, while embodying the core values of the organization, including excellence, collaboration, and ethical conduct.

Responsibilities

• Assist coordinators with administrative study activities in a timely manner as necessary.
• Assist monitor during all site visits if applicable.
• Maintain accurate enrollment/drug logs if applicable.
• Assist in general office workflow which includes telephone answering.
• Responsible for assisting regulatory administration work for necessary periodic IRB reviews, both ongoing and final.
• Establish and maintain patient rapport during clinical drug trials.
• Conduct clinical data collection such as vital signs, EKG recording, and subject weights.
• Retrieve and review medical records when required.
• Conduct subject interviews and perform phlebotomy.
• Handle specimen collection, processing, and storage.
• Complete source documentation and file/pull study records.
• Transport clinical specimens to the laboratory.
• Answer and triage research office calls.
• Work with physicians and other staff to investigate clinical problems related to trial patients.
• Facilitate communication between the site and various monitors.
• Schedule various visits/procedures and assist providers with them.
• Perform site and protocol specific training in a timely manner.

Requirements

• At least 6 months of past medical office experience, medical certificate, or equivalent previous work experience required.
• Phlebotomy skills preferred.
• Ability to work consistently and effectively as part of a high-performance work team.
• Ability to effectively devote keen and acute attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise standard Universal Precautions, or ability to quickly learn and apply Universal Precautions.
• Strong verbal and interpersonal skills.
• Professional and highly motivated self-starter with the ability to exercise initiative.
• Excellent task management and prioritization skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with clinical trials.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other office software.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Training & development