Clinical Research Assistant: Trial Coordination & Recruitment

Virginia Commonwealth University; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Tuition benefits

Retirement options

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University is seeking a Clinical Research Assistant I-III to support coordination and conduct of biomedical behavioral trials in the School of Public Health’s Epidemiology unit. You will recruit participants, obtain informed consent, collect data, and ensure protocol adherence under supervision of PIs and the Lead CRC.

You will maintain regulatory files, manage study documentation, and support reporting of adverse events and protocol deviations, while meeting HIPAA, GCP,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in health sciences or related field.
• Familiarity with the research process, HIPAA, confidentiality requirements.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with data entry and office software; familiarity with Zoom/Microsoft Teams.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, screen, interview, and enroll participants via phone, electronic, or in-person interactions in accordance with study protocols.
• Obtain and document written informed consent following IRB-approved procedures.
• Coordinate data collection, enter data accurately, and maintain study records and documentation.
• Support regulatory and compliance activities, including IRB documentation and data safety monitoring reports.
• Collaborate with PIs, CRCs, research staff, and participants while ensuring participant-centered research.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Data collection

Research coordination

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

REDCap

EMR systems

Job description

Virginia Commonwealth University is seeking a Clinical Research Assistant I-III to support coordination and conduct of biomedical behavioral trials in the School of Public Health’s Epidemiology unit. You will recruit participants, obtain informed consent, collect data, and ensure protocol adherence under supervision of PIs and the Lead CRC.

You will maintain regulatory files, manage study documentation, and support reporting of adverse events and protocol deviations, while meeting HIPAA, GCP,