Site Research Assistant - Torpoint, Cornwall

IQVIA; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading clinical research organization is seeking a Site Research Assistant in Torpoint, Cornwall, to support clinical trials. The ideal candidate will have a BS/BA in life sciences and at least 2 years of experience in a clinical environment. Responsibilities include maintaining study protocols, supporting patient enrolment, and managing data quality. This role is part-time (24 hours per week) with a focus on patient interactions and logistical coordination.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience as a Clinical Research Assistant or Coordinator at a clinical trial site.
• Good knowledge of clinical trials and departmental procedures.
• Strong skills in using MS Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Maintain study protocols and related documents.
• Support patient screening and document collection.
• Coordinate logistical activity for study procedures.
• Perform data entry and quality checking.
• Manage and ship biological samples.
• Take vital signs and perform ECG.
• Coordinate with study monitor on issues.
• Handle administrative research tasks.

Skills

Clinical trial knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

IT competence

Attention to detail

Education

BS/BA in life sciences

Tools

MS Windows

Excel

Word

Job description

Overview

IQVIA is recruiting for a Site Research Assistant to support a site in Torpoint, Cornwall. This role with an immediate start is for 24 hours per week and is expected to last around one year. Working day will be Friday.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining up-to-date study protocols, case report forms (CRFs), Electronic Data Capture (EDC) systems, and other study documents
• Support with screening and enrolment of patients and collection of related documents (informed consent, privacy consent, etc.)
• Planning and coordinating logistical activity for study procedures according to the study protocol
• Data entry, data quality checking, and query resolution to ensure adherence to study protocol and quality control for content accuracy and completeness
• Management and shipment of biological samples
• Performing ECG, taking vital signs, phlebotomy
• Coordinating with study monitor on study issues and effectively responding to monitor-initiated questions
• Administrative research task

Qualifications

• BS/BA in life sciences or educational equivalent and/or relevant work experience in a clinical environment or medical setting, e.g. clinical research coordinator, Research Assistant, nurse, medical assistant, other medical profession
• Good knowledge of clinical trials, combined with in-depth knowledge of departmental, protocol and study-specific operating procedures, consent forms, and study schedules
• Must have at least 2 years experience working as a Clinical Research Assistant or Clinical Research Coordinator at a clinical trial site
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology
• Strong IT competence, skilled in using MS Windows and Office applications such as Access, Outlook, Excel, and Word
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, managers and clients
• Good organizational skills with the ability to pay close attention to detail

If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, please apply now!

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IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com