Clinical Research Assistant

Optimum and Southwest Women’s Oncology are seeking a dedicated and driven Research Assistant to join our high-performance team in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Who We Are

Optimum and Southwest Women’s Oncology are two sides of the same coin, precision performance and profound compassion.

At Optimum, we help people become the best versions of themselves, combining cutting-edge medical science, biohacking, aesthetics, and human potential into a single ecosystem of vitality. At SWWO, we help women triumph over gynecologic illness through skill, courage, and heart. Together, we’re building something rare: a culture where clinical excellence meets human flourishing — where our team thrives as much as our patients and clients do.

Who You Are

You are a highly organized and detail-oriented professional who is passionate about supporting clinical research and improving patient outcomes.

You thrive in a structured, compliance-driven environment where accuracy, documentation, and timelines are critical. You are comfortable working closely with physicians, research teams, and patients, balancing administrative precision with compassionate patient interaction.

You bring strong organizational skills, a proactive mindset, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining strict adherence to regulatory and clinical standards.

What You’ll Do

Study Support & Coordination

• Support the day-to-day coordination of Phase I–III gynecologic oncology clinical trials.
• Assist with study start-up activities including regulatory document preparation and IRB submissions.
• Prepare and maintain study binders including regulatory files, investigator site files, and patient charts.
• Track study timelines, visit windows, and protocol-required procedures.
• Coordinate and support scheduling of patient research visits and procedures.

Patient Interaction

• Assist in screening patients for clinical trial eligibility under supervision.
• Coordinate patient appointments including labs, imaging, and follow-up visits.
• Provide patients with study-related instructions and appointment reminders.
• Support the informed consent process, including preparation and organization of required documentation.

Data & Documentation

• Accurately enter study data into electronic data capture (EDC) systems in a timely manner.
• Maintain source documentation and ensure proper, audit-ready filing practices.
• Assist in resolving data queries from sponsors and contract research organizations (CROs).
• Ensure all documentation complies with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and regulatory standards.

Regulatory & Compliance Support

• Maintain up-to-date regulatory files including investigator credentials and training records.
• Assist with reporting adverse events and protocol deviations.
• Support monitoring visits, audits, and sponsor site visits.
• Track and document study-related training and certifications.

Administrative & Operational Support

• Manage research-related communication with sponsors, CROs, and laboratories.
• Maintain research inventory and supplies.
• Support research billing coordination and ensure appropriate separation of standard-of-care vs. research-related charges.

What You Bring

• 1 year of experience in healthcare, clinical research, or oncology preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience with EMR systems and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• High level of professionalism and confidentiality.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Compassionate and patient-centered approach, particularly when working with oncology patients.

The Optimum/SWWO Culture

We move fast, think long-term, and care deeply.
We don’t reward activity; we reward impact.
We hire individuals who can self-manage, over-deliver, and elevate the people around them.
We believe kindness and accountability are not opposites — they’re inseparable.

If you crave comfort, this isn’t it.
If you crave mastery, meaning, and measurable impact — welcome home.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive salary, leadership bonuses, health & wellness coverage, and a 401(k) — but more importantly, the chance to build a legacy.

Note: This is an full-time in-office position at our Albuquerque New Mexico office.