Research Associate II

ThermoFisher Scientific; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Thermo Fisher Scientific is seeking a Research Associate II to support clinic operations, manage patient care workflows, and assist with administrative tasks. The role emphasizes regulatory compliance and data accuracy across clinical services.

You will participate in wakeful patient interactions, phlebotomy, and sleep disorder procedures under physician supervision, while ensuring quality and safety in trials conducted globally.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a relevant field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2+ years of experience in clinical research operations or a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of Good Clinical Practices (GCP) and FDA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care workflows and clinic operations.
• Perform phlebotomy and non-technical procedures as required.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and accurate data entry in trial systems.
• Provide administrative support and training to new staff as needed.
• Maintain accurate documentation and adherence to COPs, SOPs, and local regulations.

Skills

Good medical terminology

GCP knowledge

Data management

MS Office

Communication skills

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Clinical trial databases

Job description

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Laboratory Setting, Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)

Job Description

Join us as a Research Associate II - And utilize your expertise to support clinic operations, manage patient care workflows, assist with administrative tasks, ensure regulatory compliance, and enhance the efficiency and quality of clinical services.

At Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life - enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while taking science a step beyond through research, development and delivery of life-changing therapies. With clinical trials conducted in 100+ countries and ongoing development of novel frameworks for clinical research through our PPD clinical research portfolio, our work spans laboratory, digital and decentralized clinical trial services. Your determination to deliver quality and accuracy will improve health outcomes that people and communities depend on – now and in the future.

What You’ll Do:

• May perform technical procedures running patient clinics including vital signs, Fibroscan, height, weight, Electrocardiogram etc. Fully inform patients about the tests to be conducted and guides patients in the requirements of the trial.
• Will perform Phlebotomy tests.
• Perform non-technical procedures, including urine collection, subject walks and safety monitoring.
• Under the general supervision of a licensed physician, may conduct the education, evaluation, treatment and follow-up of sleep disorders for clinic patients by following sleep laboratory operating procedures, applying electrodes and sensors to ensure the collection of appropriate data of the sleep testing process.
• Prepare and calibrate equipment for testing to ensure proper functioning.
• Interact regularly with patients during study visits in order to perform study related procedures.
• Undertake screening tests in accordance with protocol requirements.
• Assist in the lab, sample processing and/or liaise with laboratories.
• Manage and/or complete ordering of clinical supplies.
• May assist with or oversee the maintenance of accurate freezer logs, specimen labelling and other documentation.
• May take consent if permitted according to country regulations.
• Report Quality Incidents and participate in the investigation and resolution.
• Provide administrative support as needed.
• Ensure adherence to COP’s, SOP’s, GCP and local regulations.
• Provide training to new staff.
• Note: Some tasks listed above only to be conducted as per country regulations and with relevant valid qualifications/ certification or supervision.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification
• Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 2+ years).

In some cases, an equivalency, consisting of a combination of appropriate education, training and/or directly related experience, will be considered sufficient for an individual to meet the requirements of the role.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Good medical terminology and ability to perform conducting of vital signs
• Strong understanding of Good Clinical Practices (GCP), with ability to learn and maintain a good working knowledge of FDA regulations and company/client SOPs and WPDs
• Strong organizational skills and flexibility to manage workload and meet changing timelines, handling multiple tasks efficiently and effectively
• Thorough attention to detail to ensure accuracy and efficiency in data entry
• Strong interpersonal/customer service skills, positive attitude and good oral and written communication
• Capable of working in a team or independently
• Strong English language and grammar skills
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and basic understanding of clinical trial database systems
• Strong analytical and data management skills to effectively analyze data/systems to ensure accuracy and efficiency

Working Conditions and Environment:

• Work is performed in an office environment with exposure to electrical office equipment.
• Occasional drives to site locations with occasional travel both domestic and international.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequently stationary for 6-8 hours per day.
• Repetitive hand movement of both hands with the ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists.
• Frequent mobility required.
• Occasional crouching, stooping, bending and twisting of upper body and neck.
• Light to moderate lifting and carrying (or otherwise moves) objects including luggage and laptop computer with a maximum lift of 15-20 lbs.
• Ability to access and use a variety of computer software developed both in-house and off-the-shelf.
• Ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand; with the ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
• Frequently interacts with others to obtain or relate information to diverse groups.
• Works independently with little guidance or reliance on oral or written instructions and plans work schedules to meet goals. Requires multiple periods of intense concentration.
• Performs a wide range of variable tasks as dictated by variable demands and changing conditions with little predictability as to the occurrence. Ability to perform under stress. Ability to multi-task.
• Regular and consistent attendance.

Why Join Us?

When you join Thermo Fisher Scientific, you become part of a global team that values passion, innovation, and a commitment to scientific excellence. You’ll work in an environment where collaboration and development are part of the everyday experience – and where your contributions truly make a difference.

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.