Clinical Research Assistant

Eastern Nephrology Associates • Greenville, NC

9h • Onsite

About The Position

Eastern Nephrology Associates is seeking a dedicated professional to join their team as a Clinical Research Assistant. This role is crucial for supporting operations, collaborating with teams, and ensuring high standards of service and care. The position involves administrative and clinical support for clinical trials, including collecting and submitting regulatory documents, performing study-specific procedures, and adhering to Good Clinical Practice and International Council for Harmonization guidelines. In-office presence is essential for real-time collaboration, patient interaction, and secure data handling in compliance with HIPAA.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Skilled in the use of personal computers and related software applications to include Microsoft Office Applications and email.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation to allow individuals to provide support to offsite locations, as necessary.
• Ability to provide a minimum of a 4 week notice in the event resignation is tendered.
• Excellent record maintenance skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and written.
• Proactive individuals with the ability to be a self-starter with strong independent decision-making skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills are required.
• Ability to understand the ethics of confidentiality and the ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Ability to function independently and enjoy a fast-paced, challenging, changing environment; possesses the energy and commitment to help the organization move forward.
• Maintain a positive and professional attitude in all aspects of work from patient care to interaction with co-workers and physicians.
• Maintains confidentiality of patients and their medical information.
• Maintains confidentiality of research activities as required by study sponsor confidentiality agreements and mandates.
• Must be able to meet deadlines for multiple concurrent projects.
• Ability to understand and follow policies, procedures and direction.
• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
• Possess a willingness to accept orders and to perform repetitive tasks.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
• Ability to function well while involved in multiple task assignments.
• Ability to concentrate on details and deal with constant interruption.
• Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
• Ability to travel to attend off-site meetings as necessary and as directed.
• Ability to accept delegated tasks from Clinical Research Coordinators as applicable.

Nice To Haves

• Healthcare and/or Research experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a clinical research assistant during the conduct of clinical trials at the investigative site.
• Provide administrative and clinical support for the implementation and conduct of clinical trials under the direct supervision of the Principal Investigator and other site personnel.
• Collect and submit regulatory documents.
• Perform study-specific procedures.
• Adhere to regulatory reporting requirements as instructed by the Principal Investigator and governed by Good Clinical Practice and International Council for Harmonization.
• Assist with ongoing study activity.
• Provide administrative and clinical support to help coordinate and facilitate day-to-day operations of the Clinical Research department (90%).
• Perform other duties as assigned (10%).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees