Medical Research Assistant

The Medical Research Assistant is responsible for monitoring and performing various events in clinical studies. This role involves checking in, releasing, and returning study participants, preparing needed materials, obtaining urine samples as required, checking luggage, and ensuring that questionnaires and informed consent forms are completed accurately. The Associate transfers samples to the clinic lab, measures participant height and weight, records raw data, monitors participant activities, and responds to their needs. They are also responsible for keeping study stations well-stocked and clean, including handling and disposing of biohazards, and performing barcoding and interpreting specification sheets.

Additional responsibilities include orienting study participants, performing vital signs, assisting with blood collection and lab work preparation, dosing preparation procedures, and conducting electrocardiograms (ECGs) on participants. The Associate is expected to perform other reasonable duties as assigned.

Qualifications for this position include a high school diploma or GED, with post-high school education in life sciences or medical training preferred. CPR certification and experience in accurate documentation of data are also preferred.