Research Assistant I

CPC Clinical Research; United States; Hybrid; USD 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Matching 401(k) plan

Flexible and remote work schedules

Job summary

CPC Clinical Research is hiring a Research Assistant I to support multiple clinical projects. You will be organized and adaptable, serving as a floating resource to assist in project execution, documentation, and data management across sites and sponsors.

The role requires a GED or HS Diploma (nursing or bachelor’s degree preferred) and at least 1 year in a clinical research setting. Proficiency in MS Office and strong communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines and applicable FDA and ICH regulations for clinical drug trials.
• Basic understanding of the drug development process.
• Proficiency in MS Office, particularly spreadsheet databases and word processing.
• Good communication and organizational skills.
• Great attention to detail.
• Ability to shift priorities quickly while ensuring accuracy and timely completion of tasks.
• Ability to manage conflicts and resolve problems effectively.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a floating resource to perform a variety of activities in support of project execution and management.
• Assist in preparation of Master Plans, Resource Materials, Source Documentation, Meeting Minutes, and submission to the Trial Master File.
• Assist in training administration and tracking for project-specific training.
• Correspond with investigational sites, CPC staff and sponsors to rectify data queries and collect outstanding documentation.
• Assist in tracking data receipt, entry, upload, reviews and feedback to sites.
• Assist with distribution of study materials to team members, sponsors and sites.
• Assist with query management.
• Assist with User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and manage user access requests.
• Collaborate with team to ensure timely completion of deliverables and issue resolution.
• Participate in CPC meetings as required.
• Adhere to CPC SOPs, GCP guidelines and applicable regulations.
• Serve as a study coordinator for select projects as needed.
• Additional activities as required.

Skills

MS Office

Communication

Attention to detail

Organization

Education

GED or HS Diploma required

Nursing or bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

Job description

We are looking for a Research Assistant I to join our team! Are you well organized and adaptable to unexpected changes? Do you have good computer skills and a knack for details? If the answer is yes, keep reading!

In this position you will:

• Serve as a floating resource to perform a variety of activities in support of the execution and management of projects and programs.
• Based on business needs, may provide assistance to the following functional areas:
  • Research Operations
  • Community Health
  • Endpoint and Specialty Services
  • Site Operations
  • Data Management
  • Quality Control
  • Trial Master File
• Assist in the preparation of Master Plans, Resource Materials, Source Documentation, Meeting Minutes, and submission of documents to the Trial Master File.
• Assist in the administration and tracking of project-specific training.
• Correspond with investigational sites, CPC staff and sponsors to rectify data queries and collect outstanding documentation.
• Assist in tracking receipt, entry, upload, reviews and feedback to investigational sites of endpoint testing.
• Assist with the printing, collation and distribution of study materials to project team members, sponsors and sites.
• Assist with query management.
• Assist with User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and manage user access requests (including user reconciliation).
• Work closely with other team members to ensure timely completion of deliverables and resolution of issues.
• Participate in project, program, functional area and general CPC meetings as required.
• Adhere to CPC SOPs, Good Clinical Practice guidelines and applicable federal, state and local regulations.
• Serve as a study coordinator for select projects as needed.
• Additional activities as required.

Here’s what you will need to bring to the table:

• GED or HS Diploma required. Nursing or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience working in a clinical research setting or commensurate experience.
• Basic knowledge of the Good Clinical Practice guidelines and the applicable FDA and ICH regulations for conducting clinical drug trials.
• Basic understanding of the drug development process.
• Proficiency in MS Office, particularly spreadsheet databases and word-processing.
• Good communication and organizational skills.
• Great attention to detail.
• Ability to work with others in a manner that promotes group effort and achievement.
• Ability to shift priorities quickly while ensuring accuracy and timely completion of tasks.
• Ability to manage conflicts and resolve problems effectively.
• Ability to follow direction to accomplish day-to-day tasks.

Note: Viable applicants will be required to pass a background and education verification check.

Targeted Compensation:

$19.30/hr - $22.00/hr

For Best Consideration Apply By: October 25, 2026

About CPC:

CPC is an academic research organization that offers full service clinical trial design, oversight, and management with rapid access to Key Opinion Leaders in a variety of therapeutic areas. With over 30 years of experience, CPC has provided services to over 150 clinical trials in a variety of indications, with an emphasis on cardiovascular, wound healing, diabetes and more.

CPC has expertise in managing clinical trials from a variety of funding sources including Industry, NIH, and Investigator Initiated trials.

CPC Community Health focuses on innovative programs that reach into communities to help people find effective ways to become active, empowered and healthy. http://www.cpccommunityhealth.org/

CPC offers:

• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, life, STD, LTD etc.)
• Matching 401(k) plan (dollar for dollar up to 4% of your eligible compensation, fully vested immediately)
• 11 paid holidays
• 15 - 25 vacation days based on years of service
• Paid sick time (2.67 hours accrued bi-weekly up to a maximum of 80 hours)
• Flexible and remote work schedules

An Equal Opportunity Employer

CPC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and length, protective hairstyles), sex, color, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, religion, creed, national origin, disability, military status, genetic information, age 40 and over or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law. It is our intention that all qualified applicants are given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and certain state or local laws. If you need assistance, please email our Human Resources team at [e-mail].