Clinical Research Assistant, Brian Biesman MD

Vos Collection; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Brian S. Biesman, M.D. PLLC in Nashville, TN is seeking a Clinical Research Assistant to join our on-site team. The role requires prior paid clinical research experience, GCP certification, and the ability to manage multiple trials and visit schedules.

The position offers a full-time, on-site schedule with a competitive salary of $60,000–$65,000 USD per year. Ideal candidates will have industry-sponsored trial experience and strong data integrity focus.

Qualifications

• Current Good Clinical Practice (GCP) certification.
• Minimum of one year paid, professional clinical research experience.
• Experience working on industry/sponsor-led clinical trials.
• Working knowledge of regulatory requirements and study visit procedures.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to follow study protocols and escalate questions promptly.
• Professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines.
• Experience from academic research or internships does not count toward the required experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the day-to-day conduct of industry-sponsored clinical trials.
• Review study protocols and prepare for participant visits.
• Support participant recruitment, prescreening, scheduling, and retention.
• Assist with informed consent within the scope of training and delegation.
• Assist with study visit procedures within the scope of training and delegation.
• Complete accurate, timely source documentation.
• Enter study data into EDC systems and assist with data queries.
• Maintain regulatory documents, participant records, and study files.
• Track study supplies and investigational products and materials.
• Assist with site initiation visits, monitoring visits, audits, and closeout activities.
• Communicate professionally with participants regarding appointments and requirements; escalate issues as needed.

Skills

GCP cert

1 year experience

Industry trials

Regulatory knowledge

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Protocol adherence

Job description

Clinical Research Assistant

Brian S. Biesman, M.D. PLLC | Nashville, Tennessee
Full-Time | On-Site | Monday–Friday
Salary: $60,000 - $65,000 USD

Brian S. Biesman, M.D. PLLC is seeking an experienced, highly organized Clinical Research Assistant to join our Nashville clinical research team. Our research program conducts industry-sponsored clinical trials in aesthetic medicine, including studies involving pharmaceuticals, medical devices, injectables, energy-based technologies, and other emerging treatments.

This position is ideal for someone with professional clinical research experience who is detail-oriented, accountable, and interested in developing a long-term career in clinical research.

Important: This position requires prior paid, professional clinical research experience. Academic research, college coursework, volunteer positions, and internships do not satisfy the minimum experience requirement.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must meet all of the following requirements:

• Current Good Clinical Practice (GCP) certification


• Minimum of one year of paid, professional experience as a Clinical Research Assistant or in a comparable clinical research position


• Experience working on industry/sponsor‑led clinical trials


• Working knowledge of clinical trial protocols, source documentation, regulatory requirements, and study visit procedures


• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy


• Ability to follow study protocols, recognize discrepancies or potential deviations, and promptly escalat[e] eligibility questions, protocol concerns, discrepancies, and potential deviations


• Professional written and verbal communication skills


• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities, prioritize effectively, and meet study deadlines

Experience obtained solely through academic research, college coursework, volunteer work, or internships will not be considered toward the required one year of professional clinical research experience.

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for more than someone who can simply complete assigned research tasks. We want a motivated team member who will become an integral part of our clinical research program and grow with the position.

The successful candidate will demonstrate initiative, sound judgment, personal accountability, and consistent follow-through. They should be comfortable working independently while collaborating closely with investigators, coordinators, sponsors, monitors, research participants, and other members of the clinical team.

The ideal candidate will also have:

• A genuine interest in clinical research and aesthetic medicine


• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy


• Strong organizational and time‑management skills


• Professional, compassionate interaction with research participants


• The ability to anticipate study needs and take appropriate initiative


• A commitment to protocol compliance, data integrity, participant safety, and high‑quality research


• An interest in continued professional development and advancement within clinical research

Responsibilities

The Clinical Research Assistant will work under the direction of the Principal Investigator and Lead Clinical Research Coordinator. Responsibilities will include:

• Assist with the day‑to‑day conduct of industry‑sponsored clinical trials


• Review study protocols and prepare for participant visits


• Support participant recruitment, prescreening, scheduling, and retention


• Assist with the informed consent process within the scope of training and delegation


• Assist with study visit procedures within the scope of training and delegation


• Complete accurate, timely, and protocol‑compliant source documentation


• Enter study data into electronic data capture (EDC) systems and assist with resolution of data queries


• Maintain regulatory documents, participant records, and study files


• Track study supplies, investigational products, and study‑related materials as assigned


• Assist with site initiation visits, monitoring visits, audits, and study closeout activities


• Communicate professionally with participants regarding appointments and study requirementsHelp ensure that study activities are conducted according to the protocol, GCP, site procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements


• Promptly escalat[e] eligibility questions, protocol concerns, discrepancies, and potential deviations


• Perform additional clinical research responsibilities as assigned and appropriately delegated

Preferred Qualifications

The following qualifications are preferred but not required:

• Degree or certificate in life sciences, healthcare, nursing, or a related field


• Medical Assistant, LPN, RN, phlebotomy, or other relevant clinical training


• More than one year of professional clinical research experience


• Experience with industry-sponsored Phase II–IV clinical trials


• Experience with pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, injectable, or aesthetic clinical trials


• Experience with EDC platforms and electronic or paper regulatory documentation


• Familiarity with FDA regulations and IRB requirements


• Experience with phlebotomy, specimen collection/processing, or ECG/EKG acquisition


• ACRP or SOCRA membership or certification

Professional Growth

This position offers meaningful opportunities for increased responsibility and professional advancement. A successful Clinical Research Assistant who demonstrates strong knowledge, judgment, initiative, reliability, and performance will have the opportunity to advance toward a Clinical Research Coordinator role.

Work Location: In person