via Workable
$25 - 27 hour
The Research Assistant will support project teams in completing clinical research projects, ensuring project documentation is created and maintained according to requirements. They will coordinate with clients and site personnel to address project needs and assist in problem resolution.
Candidates should have an Associate's degree, with a Bachelor's preferred, and at least 2 years of experience in clinical research. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong organizational and communication skills are essential.
This position will support project teams in completion of commercial and government clinical research projects. Perform duties under the direction of the clinical research managers and more experienced staff. Create, review, and maintain project documentation according to project requirements. Work with staff to investigate problems and resolve or recommend solutions. Coordinate with clients, sponsors, and site personnel to ensure project needs are met. Compensation: $25 - $27 Per Hour Essential Duties: • Apply basic clinical research methodologies to meet protocol and regulatory requirements. • Assist in the development of client deliverables according to project requirements, including but not limited to, project-specific documentation, operating procedures, and work flows with direction of more experienced staff. • Process incoming and outgoing project materials to monitor, verify, and track receipt of documentation and ensure appropriate distribution of materials to internal and external research personnel and sites. • Interact with clinical site staff regarding study activities, questions and problems. • Perform general quality checks of documentation. • Prepare general correspondence, agendas and meeting minutes, reports, and other project-specific documentation. Ensure review, approval, and distribution to internal staff and external project participants. • Provide logistical support for committee meetings and DSMB meetings, including planning, arrangements, travel and post-meeting activities and writing reports. • Update spreadsheets and other tracking tools to reflect project status. • Identify and investigate problems and with more experienced staff on corrective actions. • Report status of activities and problems to senior team members as appropriate. • On occasion, assist with data management activities. • Maintain clinical research files and related documents. • Ensure tasks are completed on time and work is of the highest quality. • Perform related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: Associates Degree - Bachelor's Preferred 2 years of experience within the clinical research space Knowledge of Microsoft Office tools such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Must be comfortable working in fast-paced environment and managing a heavy workload and multiple projects with competing priorities, with ability to switch priorities quickly as needs change. Exceptional interpersonal skills and written and verbal communication skills. Good decision-making abilities and problem-solving skills. Strong organizational skills; accurate and detail-oriented. MPF Federal is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status or on the basis of disability. We offer a competitive compensation package including a competitive salary, medical benefits, PTO, holiday pay and more.
This job posting was last updated on 11/26/2025