Clinical Research Associate jobs in Portland, OR

Overview

Since 1976, Summit Research Network has worked in cooperation with pharmaceutical companies to develop new medical treatments for various of conditions by conducting 500 clinical trials. With decades of experience, Summit Research Network provides the most advanced clinical research, including our Memory Health Center, to help develop better treatments and better future health for individuals with psychiatric, dementia, age related memory issues and many other health conditions.

Together with Headlands Research, we are building the best clinical trial company in the world. We’re an exceptional family of next-generation clinical trial sites, integrating cutting-edge technology and high-quality support services, and significantly expanding participant outreach and participation. Founded in 2018, we operate 18 clinical trial sites in the US and Canada and have rapid expansion plans.

The Role

Headland Research is seeking a highly motivated Research Assistant (RA) to support various activities associated with the day-to-day operations in the conduct of clinical trials. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented individual looking for entry into the field of clinical research. There may be advancement opportunities for high-performing RAs.

Responsibilities

• Become familiar with Research Standard Operating Procedures and study protocols.
• Ensure compliance with FDA, Sponsor, Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines.
• Ensure all lab reports and other paperwork are filed in the patient study binder by staff prior to monitoring visits.
• Assists Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) with maintenance of study specific logs, including (but not limited to): Pre-screening, Enrollment, and Consent Logs.
• Maintain patient reimbursement (ClinCard) documentation for initial dispensing and payment at each visit.
• Responsible for data entry into EDC.
• Leads query resolution.
• Collects vitals and ECGs.
• Assist with biological sample collection and processing when needed.
• Assists in Medical Records request follow-up for patients in study.
• Assist with scheduling of patients, when needed.
• Assists with lab kit inventory, when needed.
• Collect clinical data with patient contact for diary compliance or routine surveillance calls.
• Provide general office support to keep operations running smoothly.
• Aids in document maintenance for subject and regulatory binders including QA, as needed.
• To undertake other reasonably related duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in the healthcare industry required; direct patient care experience highly preferred
• Willingness to become certified as a phlebotomist required
• ECG experience preferred
• Previous experience in the clinical research industry preferred
• Knowledge in medical terminology and laboratory skills a plus
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills required
• Accuracy, attention to detail and ability to independently set priorities and meet deadlines