Research Assistant - Richmond, VA

Iterative Health•Richmond, VA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Iterative Health is a healthcare technology and services company focused on accelerating clinical research to improve patient outcomes. The company operates a global network of clinical research sites, specializing in gastrointestinal (GI) and hepatology therapies. Iterative Health utilizes AI and deep clinical trial expertise to connect sponsors with high-performing research teams, thereby expanding and expediting patient access to novel treatments. The company is seeking a full-time, on-site Research Assistant (RA) to support clinical trial activities under the direction of the Clinical Principal Investigator (PI) and site management. The RA plays a crucial supportive role in daily clinical trial operations, assisting Clinical Research Coordinators.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum 2 years in a healthcare setting.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to read, interpret, and apply clinic policies and research protocols.
Ability to use standard office software.
Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Some college preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist the Study Team with communicating study requirements to all individuals involved in the study.
Work with the Study Team to develop and implement recruitment strategies in accordance with site policies and IRB requirements and approvals.
Assist the Study Team with screening subjects for eligibility using protocol specific inclusion and exclusion criteria, documenting each potential participant’s eligibility or exclusion.
Assist the Study Team as requested to register participants in the Clinical Trial Management System to ensure billing of study procedures to appropriate funding source.
Maintain inventory of study supplies. If handling investigational drugs/devices, follow the sponsor protocol and/or site policies on Investigational Drug/Device Accountability.
Assist the Study Team in completing study documentation and maintenance of study files in accordance with sponsor requirements and site policies and procedures including, but not limited to, consent forms, source documentation, narrative notes if applicable, case report forms, and investigational material accountability forms.
Aid the Study Team in maintaining effective and ongoing communication with sponsor, research participants, site management and PI during the course of the study.
Work with the Study Team to manage the day to day activities of the study including problem solving, communication and protocol management.
Collect and report ongoing patient recruitment/ enrollment progress and metrics to site management and PI.
As directed, process and ship specimens per study protocol and IATA regulations.
Arrange secure storage of study documents that will be maintained according to Good Clinical Practice guidelines or for the contracted length of time, whichever is longer.
Enter all patient visit data in e-CRF and CTMS on a daily basis or as directed.
Assist the Study Team in protection of the rights and welfare of all human research participants involved in research in accordance with Federal regulations.
Cooperate with site compliance and monitoring efforts regarding the access, use, and disclosure of PHI and report instances of noncompliance.
Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision.
Interact professionally with other employees, customers and suppliers.
Work effectively as a team contributor on all assignments.
Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations.
Other duties as assigned.