What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pharmacy Technician - Research Assistant position at Headlands Research?
At Headlands Research, we are dedicated to enhancing clinical trial delivery within our communities. As a leading network of advanced clinical trial sites, we leverage cutting-edge technology and exceptional support services to broaden outreach and participation. Founded in 2018, our rapidly growing company currently operates 20 sites across the US and Canada, with plans for further expansion.
Clinical Research Assistant/Pharmacy Technician
📍 Location: Maplewood, MN | 🏥 Site Name: Headlands Research Twin Cities | 🕒 Full-Time | 🧪 Clinical Research
We’re seeking a Research Assistant/Pharmacy Technician for our clinical research Twin Cities site located in Maplewood, Minnesota. As an RA, you won’t just be supporting research—you’ll be helping shape the future of healthcare. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals with clinical experience who are ready to grow their skillset and income potential within the clinical research field.
đź’Ľ The Role
As a Research Assistant Pharmacy Technician, you’ll work side-by-side with experienced Clinical Research Coordinators, Investigators, and cross-functional teams to support all aspects of clinical trial execution—from subject screening to data entry. You will also work under the direct supervision of the Principal Investigator to coordinate and support the daily functions of pharmacy services within clinical trials.
Type: Regular Full-time Employee
Schedule: Mondays through Fridays, 8:00am - 5:00pm
Location: Onsite in Maplewood, MN (no capabilities for remote or hybrid work)
Reports to: Site Manager
Benefits: Our benefits package for full-time employees includes health insurance (medical, dental, and vision), Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Paid Time Off (PTO), a variety of disability, accident, and life insurance options, as well as many more.
🌟What We Offer
Clinical Research Assistant/Pharmacy Technician
📍 Location: Maplewood, MN | 🏥 Site Name: Headlands Research Twin Cities | 🕒 Full-Time | 🧪 Clinical Research
We’re seeking a Research Assistant/Pharmacy Technician for our clinical research Twin Cities site located in Maplewood, Minnesota. As an RA, you won’t just be supporting research—you’ll be helping shape the future of healthcare. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals with clinical experience who are ready to grow their skillset and income potential within the clinical research field.
đź’Ľ The Role
As a Research Assistant Pharmacy Technician, you’ll work side-by-side with experienced Clinical Research Coordinators, Investigators, and cross-functional teams to support all aspects of clinical trial execution—from subject screening to data entry. You will also work under the direct supervision of the Principal Investigator to coordinate and support the daily functions of pharmacy services within clinical trials.
Type: Regular Full-time Employee
Schedule: Mondays through Fridays, 8:00am - 5:00pm
Location: Onsite in Maplewood, MN (no capabilities for remote or hybrid work)
Reports to: Site Manager
Benefits: Our benefits package for full-time employees includes health insurance (medical, dental, and vision), Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Paid Time Off (PTO), a variety of disability, accident, and life insurance options, as well as many more.
🌟What We Offer
- Competitive pay annual performance incentives
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Paid time off (PTO) and company holidays
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth
- A mission-driven culture focused on advancing medicine and improving patient outcomes
- Assist research coordinators in conducting clinical trial visits in compliance with study protocols
- Collect and record vital signs, make study-related phone calls, and document data in electronic systems
- Support subject screening, enrollment, and follow-up processes
- Review and verify study documentation for accuracy and completeness
- Maintain close communication with coordinators, investigators, and study participants
- Manages all investigational products according to specifications within the protocol or pharmacy manual.
- Manages all study binders, pharmacy equipment, and pharmacy workstations
- Prepares and documents all investigational product by way of aseptic technique and specifications within the pharmacy manual
- Reports all discrepancies, and temperature related issues to the clinical monitor and sponsor in a timely manner.
- Keep a running inventory of all ongoing studies at the site. Records all pharmacy end dates for closures of the Investigational Product of a study.
- Meet with monitors assigned to the trial by responding to questions and providing all essential documentation related to the inventory, preparation, dispensation, and return of the Investigational Product.
- Ordering of supplies for pharmacy use.
- One full year of experience as a pharmacy technician required
- Successful completion of a formalized pharmacy technician program preferred
- Certification as a pharmacy technician preferred
- Clinical research experience preferred
- Prior experience providing direct hands-on patient care
- Familiarity with medical terminology and basic laboratory procedures
- Comfortable using multiple electronic data entry systems
- Strong attention to detail, time management, and ability to work in a fast-paced, regulated environment
- Excellent interpersonal skills—you’ll be interacting with participants, providers, and sponsors
- Passion for improving patient outcomes through research
