Research Assistant II

Job Title: Research Assistant II- Oncology

FSLA Classification:  Non-Exempt 

Reports to: CRC Manager 

Job Summary/ Objective: 

The Research Assistant II will play a crucial role in supporting ongoing clinical trials, data collection, and analysis. Your work will contribute directly to advancing medical knowledge and improving patient outcomes. 

Essential Functions:  

• Data Collection and Entry: 

• Assist in collecting patient data during clinical trials, ensuring accuracy and adherence to protocols. 

• Enter data into electronic databases and maintain meticulous records. 

• Participant Recruitment and Consent: 

• Help recruit eligible participants for clinical studies. 

• Explaining study procedures and risks. 

• Laboratory Support: 

• Prepare and process biological samples (blood, urine, tissue) for analysis. 

• Assist with laboratory experiments and assays. 

• Administrative Tasks: 

• Schedule study visits and coordinate participant appointments. 

• Assist with regulatory submissions 

• Collaboration and Communication: 

• Work closely with principal investigators, physicians, and other team members. 

• Communicate study updates and findings effectively. 

Education/Experience/Skills: 

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field preferred (biology, life sciences, health sciences, etc.). 

• Experience: 1 year of prior experience in Clinical Research preferred  

Skills:

• Regulatory 

• Filing and accessing documents 

• Study submission assistance 

• Finance 

• Stipend payments 

• Subject Interaction 

• Schedule and screen subjects 

• Contact, recruit, and interview subjects 

• Conduct subject interviews 

• Conduct study visits 

• Administrative 

• Source Documentation 

• EDC 

• Query resolution 

• Order supplies 

• Clinical Skills 

• Phlebotomy ( Must have license or MA)

• Vital Signs 

• ECG 

Working Conditions/ Physical Demands: 
Standard operating hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. May be required to complete job-related tasks outside of that time frame in excess of a standard 40-hour work week.  Requires prolonged walking, standing, some bending, stooping, and stretching.  Requires hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate a keyboard, photocopier, telephone, calculator, and other office equipment.  Requires normal range of hearing and eyesight to record, prepare, and communicate appropriate reports.   

Travel required: none