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Clinical Trial Assistant (On Site)

Actalent
Costa Mesa, CA Contractor
POSTED ON 1/9/2026 CLOSED ON 2/8/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Trial Assistant (On Site) position at Actalent?

Description

  • Support study start-up, maintenance, and close-out activities across multiple clinical trials.
  • Coordinate with CROs, clinical sites, and vendors to ensure timely delivery of study milestones.
  • Track and manage clinical supplies, shipments, and site communications.
  • Assist in the development and review of study-related documents (e.g., protocols, ICFs, CRFs, monitoring plans).
  • Support data collection and query resolution.
  • Participate in internal and external meetings, including meeting minutes and following up on action items.
  • Assist in the preparation of regulatory documents, ethics committee applications, and study start-up materials as needed.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, healthcare or related field.
  • 3–5 years of experience as a CTA in biotech, diagnostics, or medical device industry.
  • Familiarity with IVD clinical trials and regulatory frameworks (IVDR, ISO 14155, GCP).
  • Experience with TMF systems and clinical trial management systems (CTMS).
  • Strong understanding of clinical trial documentation and workflows.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
  • Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
  • Strong organizational and communication skills.
  • Knowledge of clinical utility and performance evaluation studies.
  • Prior involvement in post-market surveillance activities.
  • Proficient Excel, Word and PowerPoint skills.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Costa Mesa, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $32.00 - $36.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Costa Mesa,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 14, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $32 - $36

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