Clinical Research Assistant

Job Title: Clinical Research Assistant

Job Description

This part-time Research Coordinator role focuses on supporting clinical research studies at a site level in a clinic environment. You will review medical charts, pre-screen potential study participants, and perform accurate data entry to ensure smooth and compliant study operations. The position offers a long-term opportunity to contribute to rare disease research within a large site network while working independently within well-defined study processes.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed medical chart reviews using site-based, paper source documents to support ongoing clinical research studies.
• Conduct pre-screening activities to identify potential study participants based on study protocols and eligibility criteria.
• Complete accurate and timely data entry in electronic data capture (EDC) systems and other study databases.
• Support study team members with administrative and research-related tasks as needed to maintain efficient study operations.
• Adhere strictly to study protocols, privacy regulations, and internal procedures to protect participant confidentiality and data integrity.
• Collaborate with clinic staff and research team members to ensure consistent and compliant study conduct.
• Maintain organized documentation and records to support monitoring, audits, and regulatory requirements.
• Work independently within established study workflows while seeking guidance appropriately on complex issues.

Essential Skills

• Demonstrated clinical research experience at a study site, specifically in a non-academic setting.
• Hands-on experience with clinical trials and site-level study operations.
• Proficiency with electronic data capture (EDC) systems and data entry for clinical research.
• Experience with patient screening activities in a clinical research context.
• Strong attention to detail, particularly when working with paper-based source documents.
• Ability to work independently while following defined study processes and protocols.
• Understanding of privacy regulations and the importance of maintaining participant confidentiality.

Work Environment

You will work in a clinic environment that conducts site-based clinical research, with a focus on paper-based source documents and electronic data capture systems. This is a part-time position of approximately 20 hours per week, typically scheduled for 8 hours on Wednesday, 8 hours on Thursday, and 4 hours on Friday. The role requires consistent attention to detail in a structured, process-driven setting, and you will collaborate closely with a research team while also working independently on assigned tasks. The position offers a long-term opportunity within a large site network, providing exposure to rare disease studies and specialized therapeutic areas.

This is a Contract position based out of El Paso, TX.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a hybrid position in El Paso,TX.

This position is anticipated to close on May 1, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

Salary : $20 - $25