Part Time Medical Research Associate

IRE • Lawrence, KS

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About The Position

ICON is hiring a part-time Medical Research Associate to support participants enrolled in clinical research studies, primarily during evening and overnight operations. The role serves as an early point of contact for participants during clinic visits and supports a positive participant experience while helping ensure the safe and efficient execution of clinical trials. The associate works with participants and multidisciplinary clinical teams, following study protocols, regulatory requirements, and participant-safety standards.

The position involves participant support throughout the clinical trial process, including screening and enrollment activities, informed consent, protocol-required clinical procedures, data documentation, and assistance during dosing days. The associate also explains study procedures and schedules, addresses participant questions, observes participants, and escalates concerns when appropriate.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED. ICON prefers candidates with a healthcare, biology, or science-related associate or bachelor's degree; prior clinical, healthcare, laboratory, or research experience; at least one year of medical or clinical experience; and relevant certifications such as BLS or phlebotomy. Employment is contingent on having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based.

ICON describes its rewards package as including competitive base salary and performance-related incentives; health and wellbeing programs, including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable; retirement and pension plans; life assurance and disability coverage; employee assistance and wellbeing resources; and learning and development opportunities. Benefits may vary by role and location.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for professional interactions with research participants and study staff.
• Ability to accurately collect, document, and review participant information and clinical data.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Flexibility to work evening and overnight shifts.
• Legal right to work in the country where the role is based.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's or bachelor's degree in a healthcare, biology, or science-related field.
• Previous experience in a clinical, healthcare, laboratory, or research environment.
• At least one year of experience in a medical or clinical setting.
• Basic Life Support (BLS), Certified Phlebotomy Technician, or other relevant clinical certifications.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary point of contact for research participants during clinic visits.
• Review medical histories and collect participant information to support study screening and enrollment.
• Facilitate and witness informed consent, ensuring participants understand study requirements and procedures.
• Perform protocol-required clinical procedures, including vital signs collection, height, weight, BMI measurements, specimen collection, and phlebotomy.
• Accurately document participant data and maintain study records in accordance with study protocols and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines.
• Explain study procedures and schedules, answer participant questions, and support a positive research experience.
• Assist clinical teams during dosing days with participant preparation, monitoring, and study-related procedures.
• Support participant safety through observation, communication, and escalation of concerns when appropriate.
• Collaborate with nurses, physicians, and study teams to support protocol compliance and efficient study execution.
• Participate in evening and overnight clinical operations as required.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and performance-related incentives.
• Health and wellbeing programs, including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable.
• Retirement and pension plans.
• Life assurance and disability coverage.
• Employee assistance programs and wellbeing resources.
• Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED