Entry-Level Clinical Research Assistant

MedStar Health; Cherry Valley (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health Research Institute is seeking an entry-level Research Assistant to support clinical and health services research projects. You will help with data collection, analysis, and general administrative tasks while traveling between MedStar Montgomery Medical Center and MedStar Washington Hospital Center.

The ideal candidate is eager to learn, detail-oriented, and communicates effectively with team members.

Qualifications

• Basic data entry familiarity with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint)

Responsibilities

• Conduct blood draws and sample processing.
• Assist with collecting, organizing, and maintaining research data.
• Perform basic data entry and data management tasks.
• Assist with study startup activities and patient recruitment.
• Prepare materials for research studies including questionnaires and surveys.
• Assist with preparation of research reports, presentations and publications.
• Coordinate meetings, schedules, and communications for research teams.
• Participate in research meetings and contribute to discussions.
• Adhere to ethical guidelines and regulatory requirements for research activities.
• Maintain research documentation and proper filing/record-keeping.

Skills

Data entry

Attention to detail

Organization

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's degree preferred

Job description

MedStar Health Research Institute is seeking an entry-level Research Assistant to support clinical and health services research projects. You will help with data collection, analysis, and general administrative tasks while traveling between MedStar Montgomery Medical Center and MedStar Washington Hospital Center.

The ideal candidate is eager to learn, detail-oriented, and communicates effectively with team members.