Research Assistant

About the role

K2 Medical Research is a clinical research organization based in Florida, Tennessee, and Rhode Island. We focus on multiphasic trials in therapeutic areas such as neurodegenerative and cardiometabolic medicine. We are looking for a Clinical Research Assistant to support our clinical trials in Daytona Beach, FL.

Responsibilities

• Track and move candidates through screening efficiently
• Aiding the coordinators and keeping subjects from falling through the cracks
• Understand thoroughly all assigned studies through reading protocols, attending investigator meetings, and coordinating with Principal Investigator
• Assist the Site Director and Project Management team on projects as needed
• Adhere strictly to the study protocol; obtain exemptions when necessary/appropriate
• Communicate protocol issues to CRO and/or Sponsor, Site Administrator, Director, Principal or Sub-Investigator
• Articulate all pertinent issues to the PI or document by email/letter or during meetings
• Collect initial psychiatric and medical information by interviewing patients and by accessing other appropriate sources
• Ensure a flow of communication including telephone conferences between patient, study staff, referral sources, Sponsor and/or CRO, Monitor{s), Auditors and any marketing groups hired by the Sponsor
• Utilize various psychiatric rating scales and maintaining interrater reliability with other clinicians at K2 Med
• Perform clinical tasks including, but not limited to, vital signs, height and weight, ECG, phlebotomy, specimen packaging
• Maintain timely K2 Medical Research source documentation as well as sponsor required information
• Dispense and maintain accurate records of study medication
• Educate patients and family regarding their study and clinical drug trials in general
• Complete all monitor and sponsor queries in a timely manner
• Provide appropriate community resource referrals to patients, caretakers, and family at conclusion of patient's participation in study

Requirements

• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and customer services skills
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• In depth knowledge of industry regulations
• Proven ability to and foster mentoring relationships
• Ability to create momentum and foster organizational change

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED Transcript required
• Bachelor's degree strongly preferred
• Prior experience in a clinical environment preferred
• Experience in clinical research is ideal
• LPN, RN, or other medical licensure or certification preferred

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees including medical, dental, and vision options, supplemental insurance plans, 401(k) with immediate employer match, generous paid time off, and paid holidays. Additionally, we provide a four-day work week with 10-hour shifts from Monday through Thursday, and Fridays are reserved only for critical business needs or administrative tasks.