Research Assistant

About the role

We are actively hiring a Research Assistant to support our Walnut Creek, California site. Shift: Monday-Friday day shift (40 hours per week). Location: Onsite, Walnut Creek, CA. FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt. Compensation: $21-$22 per hour (depending on experience).

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.

Requirements

• Physical Requirements And/or Environmental Factors: Role may require flexible hours to support clinical schedules and site leadership. Daily computer use. Ability to sit or stand at computer for extended periods of time. Ability to drive and daily availability of an automobile.
• Minimum 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.

Qualifications

• 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.

Skills

• Vital signs.
• EKG/ECG.
• Phlebotomy.
• Injections.
• Document assessments and study data per regs/GCP.
• Obtain and document informed consent following federal regulations and IRB guidelines.
• Manage study supplies, lab kits, and other trial materials.
• Report adverse events to supervisors or investigators as needed.
• Communicate effectively with research team members and document relevant study communications.
• Represent Flourish Research professionally in all interactions.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• 401(k) with a 100% employer match on the first 4% of employee contributions.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Parenthood leave.
• Employee referral program.
• Employee assistance program.
• Life insurance.
• Disability.

Flourish Research

Flourish Research is an equal employment opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and not on race, color, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, political affiliation, or any other factor protected by law. Flourish Research complies with the law regarding reasonable accommodation for handicapped and disabled employees.