Research Associate - Certified Phlebotomy Technician (evening shift)

Parexel; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Paid time off

Health insurance

Life insurance

Performance-based bonus plan

Job summary

A leading clinical research organization based in Glendale, CA is seeking a Research Associate - Certified Phlebotomy Technician to support Phase I clinical trials. Responsibilities include recruiting study participants, conducting medical procedures, and ensuring participant safety. A Certified Phlebotomy Technician license in California is required, along with customer service experience. The position offers a pay range of $20.00 - $26.00 per hour, with additional benefits for full-time employees, and requires working evening shifts onsite.

Qualifications

• Active Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) license in the state of CA.
• Experience working in a medical or clinical setting is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Understand study protocols and complete required medical procedures.
• Recruit study participants through various outreach efforts.
• Conduct screening visits and assist physicians with assessments.
• Ensure basic study participant safety is provided.

Skills

Customer service experience

Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods

Education

BS+ in a related life science field or HS diploma/GED with relevant experience

Job description

Research Associate - Certified Phlebotomy Technician (evening shift)

Job Title: Research Associate - Certified Phlebotomy Technician License Required

Shift: Evening

Work Location: Onsite in Glendale, CA

Parexel Early Phase Clinical Unit supports the development of innovative new medicines. The early phase and “first in human” trials are the first step in testing novel treatments in humans. As a Research Associate you will play a critical role in ensuring the successful completion of Phase I trials. This role is ideal for those who aspire to become enrollment specialists, clinical research coordinators, or managers.

Responsibilities

• Understand study protocols and complete required medical procedures.
• Recruit study participants by calling databases, attending community events, posting flyers, and other outreach efforts.
• Enter study participants into the tracking system, maintain appointment calendars, and operate company information systems.
• Conduct screening visits and study protocol‑specific visits, assist physicians in assessing concomitant medications, adverse events, lab results, and other test results.
• Prepare and monitor study supplies and stock levels in clinic/hospital.
• Label, inventory, and send plasma samples.
• Problem‑solve study participant issues as they arise.
• Ensure basic study participant safety is provided.
• Assist with Monitor visits (room set‑up, etc.).
• Identify issues requiring Sponsor approval and bring these to the attention of the CRC.
• Maintain and update knowledge of Clinical Operating Guidelines and their proper application.
• Assume an appropriate role with study participants and caregivers.
• Assure quality and accuracy of source and CRF documentation.
• Comply with Quality Management (QM) department guidelines and perform corrections for QM, CRC, and Monitor/Sponsor Representative in a timely manner.

Qualifications

• Active Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) license in the state of CA.
• Customer-service experience in a fast‑paced environment.
• Experience working in a medical or clinical setting is highly preferred.
• Comfortable standing and walking for prolonged periods.
• BS+ in a related life science field or HS diploma/GED with relevant experience.

Hours / Shift

All shifts are onsite (no remote work). Required training: three weeks, 40 hours per week, Monday‑Friday, 8:00 am–4:30 pm, followed by PM shift training. After training, schedule starts at 3 pm for 8‑hour shifts with three weekend shifts in a 6‑week period.

Base Pay Range: $20.00 – $26.00 per hour (subject to shift differentials). Actual salaries may vary within the range based on education, training, experience, and location.

In addition to base salary, eligible roles may participate in Parexel’s annual performance‑based bonus plan, annual salary review, and additional total rewards incentives. Full‑time employees receive market‑leading benefits including paid time off, 401(k) match, life insurance, health insurance, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plans.

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