Research Associate (Pharmacy)

Parexel•Glendale, CA

5d•$20 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

When our values align, there's no limit to what we can achieve. At Parexel, we all share the same goal - to improve the world's health. From clinical trials to regulatory, consulting, and market access, every clinical development solution we provide is underpinned by something special - a deep conviction in what we do. Each of us, no matter what we do at Parexel, contributes to the development of a therapy that ultimately will benefit a patient. We take our work personally, we do it with empathy and we're committed to making a difference. Internal Job Title: Research Associate Work location: onsite in Glendale, CA Shift: day shift - in this position you will be trained to support pharmacy as well as the clinical floor Parexel Early Phase Clinical Unit supports the development of innovative new medicines which are vital for public health, improving outcomes, and saving lives. The early phase and “first in human” trials are the first step in testing these novel treatments in humans. What you’ll do after training is completed (including but not limited): Assist the pharmacy staff with their daily tasks and responsibilities You will understand study protocols and be able to complete required medical procedures. Conduct screening visits and study protocol specific study participant visits, assist staff physicians in assessment of concomitant medications, adverse events, lab results, and other test results. Prepare/monitor study supplies and stock levels in clinic/hospital. Label, inventory, and send plasma samples. Problem solves study participant issues as they arise. Ensure basic study participant safety is provided. Assist with Monitor visits (i.e., room set up, etc.). Identify issues that need Sponsor approval and bring these to the attention of the CRC. Maintain and update knowledge of Clinical Operating Guidelines and their proper application. Assume appropriate role with study participants and caregivers. Assure quality and accuracy of source and CRF documentation. Comply with Quality Management (QM) department guidelines and perform corrections for QM, CRC and Monitor/Sponsor Representative in a timely manner.

Requirements

Customer service experience in a fast-paced environment
Clinical Research experience or patient experience is required
B.S.+ in related life science field OR HS diploma/GED with experience
Comfortable standing and walking for a prolonged period of time

Nice To Haves

previous experience working in a pharmacy

Responsibilities

Assist the pharmacy staff with their daily tasks and responsibilities
Understand study protocols and be able to complete required medical procedures
Conduct screening visits and study protocol specific study participant visits, assist staff physicians in assessment of concomitant medications, adverse events, lab results, and other test results
Prepare/monitor study supplies and stock levels in clinic/hospital
Label, inventory, and send plasma samples
Problem solves study participant issues as they arise
Ensure basic study participant safety is provided
Assist with Monitor visits (i.e., room set up, etc.)
Identify issues that need Sponsor approval and bring these to the attention of the CRC
Maintain and update knowledge of Clinical Operating Guidelines and their proper application
Assume appropriate role with study participants and caregivers
Assure quality and accuracy of source and CRF documentation
Comply with Quality Management (QM) department guidelines and perform corrections for QM, CRC and Monitor/Sponsor Representative in a timely manner