Research Assistant – Kansas City, MO

IQVIA; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

IQVIA is seeking a Research Assistant to support clinical research studies under the supervision of a principal investigator. This role involves hands‑on clinical procedures, community outreach, and ensuring the highest standards of care and compliance.

The RA will perform EDC data entry, manage regulatory binders, schedule subject visits, coordinate lab procedures, and assist with screening, recruitment, and informed consent, all while upholding GCP and sponsor requirements.

Qualifications

• Associate degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• 1+ years of experience in a clinical research environment preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of clinical trials, GCP, and protocol-specific procedures.
• Proficiency with EDC systems, data entry accuracy, and query management.
• Experience with visit scheduling, regulatory documentation, and binder maintenance.
• Excellent attention to detail, time management, and task prioritization.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform accurate EDC data entry and resolve queries promptly.
• Maintain regulatory binder in compliance with audits.
• Coordinate and schedule subject visits and follow-ups.
• Foster relationships with investigators and clinical staff.
• Support subject screening, recruitment, and enrollment.
• Assist with scheduling and collection of medical history.
• Coordinate lab procedures and follow-up care per protocol.
• Ensure adherence to IRB-approved protocols and informed consent.
• Uphold participant safety and report concerns per SOPs.
• Follow company policies, SOPs, and GCP standards.

Skills

EDC data entry

Query management

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Relationship-building

Education

Associate degree

Tools

EDC systems

Job description

IQVIA is a global leader in advanced analytics, technology solutions, and clinical research services, dedicated to driving healthcare forward. We partner with the world’s leading pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies to improve patient outcomes and accelerate innovation. Our team combines deep scientific expertise with cutting‑edge technology to deliver high‑quality data and insights that shape the future of clinical trials.

About the Role

We are seeking a Research Assistant (RA) to join our team and support clinical research studies under the supervision of a principal investigator. This role involves hands‑on clinical procedures, community outreach, and ensuring the highest standards of care and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform accurate EDC data entry, manage queries, and ensure timely resolution.
• Maintain and update the regulatory binder in compliance with documentation and audit standards.
• Coordinate and schedule subject visits, procedures, and follow‑up activities.
• Build effective working relationships with investigators, clinical staff, and study team members.
• Support subject screening, recruitment, and enrollment activities.
• Assist with patient/research participant scheduling and collection of medical history.
• Coordinate lab procedures and follow‑up care in alignment with study protocols.
• Ensure strict adherence to IRB‑approved protocols, including assistance with informed consent processes.
• Uphold participant safety and report concerns promptly per SOPs and Sponsor requirements.
• Follow all company policies, SOPs, guidelines, and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards.

Qualifications

• Associate degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• 1+ years of experience in a clinical research environment preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of clinical trials, GCP, and protocol‑specific procedures.
• Proficiency with EDC systems, data entry accuracy, and query management.
• Experience with visit scheduling, regulatory documentation, and binder maintenance.
• Excellent attention to detail, time management, and task prioritization.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and relationship‑building skills.

Please note:

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.