Research Technician, Early Phase Clinical Research - Dallas, TX

Fortrea•Dallas, TX

15h•Onsite

About The Position

As a leading global contract research organization (CRO) with a passion for scientific rigor and decades of clinical development experience, Fortrea provides pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device customers a wide range of clinical development, patient access, and technology solutions across more than 20 therapeutic areas. With over 19,000 staff conducting operations in more than 90 countries, Fortrea is transforming drug and device development for partners and patients across the globe. Are you a Certified Nursing Assistant, Medical Technician, Medical Assistant looking for a new opportunity? Take the next step and explore the options available as a Research Technician by joining our team here at Fortrea! This is a full-time day shift (6am - 2:30pm or 9am - 5:30pm) and rotating weekends, office-based position in Dallas, TX.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent. Fortrea may consider relevant and equivalent experience in lieu of educational requirements.
Phlebotomy experience required.
1 year of related experience.
Ability to work in an upright and /or stationary position for 6-8 hours per day.
Repetitive hand movement of both hands with the ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists to operate lab equipment.
Occasional crouching, stooping, with frequent bending and twisting of upper body and neck.
Ability to access and use a variety of computer software developed both in-house and off-the-shelf.
Light to moderate lifting and carrying (or otherwise moves) objects including luggage and laptop computer with a maximum lift of 15-20 lbs.
Regular and consistent attendance.
Varied hours may be required.

Nice To Haves

EMT, CMA or CNA certification, preferred.

Responsibilities

Interact directly with our healthy volunteer participants while learning to read clinical research protocols, and enjoy working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Accurately perform blood pressure, venipuncture, weights, pulse, respiratory rate, and temperature readings.
Preparation and accurate recording of ECGs/Holters.
Collection and processing of biological samples as specified in the protocol and ensures the proper distribution of those samples.
Monitors meals to ensure dietary compliance by research participants.
Assist in the preparation of rooms and medical equipment.
Assist with screening procedures as needed.
Maintain a clean, safe, and efficient working and study environment.
Other duties as assigned.