Research Assistant

Flourish Research•Walnut Creek, CA

16d•Onsite

About The Position

Flourish Research is actively hiring a Research Assistant to support our Walnut Creek, California site. This role involves supporting CRCs and site staff with protocol-specified patient visits and procedures, including phlebotomy, IVs, injections, vital signs, and ECG/EKG. The Research Assistant will document assessments and study data, obtain and document informed consent, and support patient recruitment and scheduling. Maintaining accurate source documentation, completing case report forms (CRFs), and reporting adverse events are key responsibilities. The role also includes managing study supplies, lab kits, and maintaining confidentiality and compliance with ethical standards. Effective communication with the research team and professional representation of Flourish Research are essential. Additional duties may be assigned by management.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree preferred, but not required
Clinical research experience is required
Minimum of two years of clinical research experience
Clinical skills preferred: vital signs, EKG/ECG, phlebotomy, and injections
Familiar with e-source reporting via an electronic platform
A clear understanding of ICH, FDA, and GCP regulations
Impeccable organizational skills and attention to detail
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with the Principal Investigator, research team, Study Sponsor/CROs, potential subjects, and referral sources
An ethical compass that compels the candidate to be honest, detail-oriented, and self-driven
High-level critical thinking skills
Working knowledge of medical terminology and lab collection/processing/storage procedures
Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office Suite.

Nice To Haves

Ability to drive and daily availability of an automobile.

Responsibilities

Support CRCs and site staff with protocol-specified patient visits and procedures, which may include, but not limited to, phlebotomy, IVs, injections, vital signs, ECG/EKG, etc.
Document assessments and study data per regs/GCP
Obtain and document informed consent following federal regulations and IRB guidelines
Support patient recruitment efforts and scheduling to meet enrollment goals
Maintain accurate source documentation and complete case report forms (CRFs)
Report adverse events to supervisors or investigators as needed
Help manage study supplies, lab kits, and other trial materials
Maintain confidentiality and follow all applicable compliance and ethical standards
Communicate effectively with research team members and document relevant study communications
Represent Flourish Research professionally in all interactions
Perform additional duties as assigned by management