Research Assistant I

Forcare Clinical Research - Tampa, FL

Full-time - Entry Level

Tampa, FL

About the position

The Research Assistant I position at CenExel Clinical Research involves providing direct support to Clinical Research Coordinators in achieving protocol-specific study goals while adhering to ICH, GCP, and site guidelines. The role is essential in maintaining patient charts, preparing for participant visits, and assisting with various clinical tasks, contributing to the success of clinical trials across multiple specialty areas.

Responsibilities

• Creating and maintaining patient charts for all assigned studies.
• Preparing participant visits based on CRCs schedule, ensuring all source documents, assessments, lab kits and other visit materials are available and accurate.
• Filing of lab results, EKG results, and other communication in designated patient charts.
• Maintaining inventory of study specific supplies including lab kits, assessments and participant facing materials.
• Timely completion of data entry and query resolution for all CRFs, based on sponsor specific timelines and deadlines established in contract or other communication.
• Assisting Coordinators in assessments, including but not limited to, blood pressure, urine collection.
• Communicating with study participants, caregivers, third party vendors and laboratories as needed.
• Assisting Coordinators with scheduling, copying, faxing, and other clerical tasks.
• Aiding Coordinators in the facilitation of study monitoring visits.
• Completion of daily responsibilities delegated by CRC as they pertain to the study and/or participants.

Requirements

• Interest in and knowledge of specific study indications.
• Must be able to speak Spanish.
• Phlebotomy experience is a plus.
• Excellent computer skills and advanced knowledge of electronic equipment (i.e., e-mail, computer, fax machine, copier, etc.).
• Skilled in organization and record maintenance.
• Skilled in developing and maintaining effective working relationships with supervisors and co-workers.
• Strong personal initiative and attention to detail.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures.
• Ability to clearly communicate both orally and verbally.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance