Research Assistant - 253263

Research Assistant - Santa Clara, CA (95050)

Format: 5 month contract with possibility of extension/conversion

Hours: Monday - Friday, 2 shifts: 6am-2pm, 2pm-10:30pm

Pay: $21/hour

Responsibilities:

• Understands the main objectives of each ongoing study and the study procedures for which he/she will be responsible.
• Demonstrates proficiency at performing basic clinical procedures such as vital signs, ECGs, phlebotomy (not required), and sample processing.
• Demonstrates proficiency in documenting observations and study procedures correctly and legibly in the source document.
• Understands and demonstrates proficiency in appropriately responding to medical emergencies onsite.
• Performs study procedures as assigned.
• Observes and records data related to patient safety and study procedures.
• Ensures that all study data is recorded accurately and completely.
• Assists nursing staff and Clinical Project Managers with study procedures and patient management as directed.
• Assists in the transcription of study data from source documents to Case Report Forms (CRFs)/ (eCRFs).
• Understands and complies with Good Clinical Practices (GCPs), particularly those regarding the protection of human subjects and integrity of clinical trial data.
• Understands and complies with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Work Instructions (WIs).
• Participates as requested in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) process.
• Flexibility to work mornings, evenings, and/or overnight shifts as needed.
• Attends and participates in all required training activities.
• Participates as requested as a Clinical Operations Study Liaison.
• Assists with Screening Receptionist duties and responsibilities as requested.
• Assists with Recruitment duties and responsibilities as requested.

Required Skills:

• Demonstrates proficiency at performing basic clinical procedures such as vital signs, ECGs, and sample processing.

Preferred Skills:

• Phlebotomy