Clinical Research Assistant: Data & Recruitment

Arkansas Children’s Hospital; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 2,989,000 - 3,733,000; Full time

Job summary

Arkansas Children’s Hospital in Little Rock seeks a Research Assistant Clinical to support multiple research studies, including federally funded grants, clinical trials, and community projects, under the supervision of the Clinical Research Supervisor and Principal Investigator.

Responsibilities include strict adherence to study protocols, meticulous data collection and participant record maintenance, and collaboration to meet regulatory guidelines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; bachelor's degree preferred.
• Experience supporting both qualitative and quantitative research activities.
• Experience working with community-based populations preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to maintain confidentiality; detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day management of assigned projects; liaise between participants and investigators.
• Conduct screening, recruitment, and follow-ups per protocol; explain consent forms and collect data.
• Enter and maintain study data; assist in reporting, finance tracking, and incentive management.
• Interview participants individually or in groups; ensure questionnaires are complete and accurate.
• Coordinate lab recruitment and schedule required tests; process samples as needed.
• Develop timelines and ensure deadlines met; assist with regulatory compliance.
• Maintain records and audits; prepare and submit adverse events and deviations.
• Communicate clearly with participants, sponsors, and staff; maintain confidentiality.

Skills

Qualitative research

Quantitative research

Interview coding

Survey administration

Data management

Research software

Community-based populations

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

Arkansas Children’s Hospital in Little Rock seeks a Research Assistant Clinical to support multiple research studies, including federally funded grants, clinical trials, and community projects, under the supervision of the Clinical Research Supervisor and Principal Investigator.

Responsibilities include strict adherence to study protocols, meticulous data collection and participant record maintenance, and collaboration to meet regulatory guidelines.