Research Support Assistant Lab

AdventHealth; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

AdventHealth is seeking a Research Support Assistant to contribute to clinical trials, ensuring compliance with regulations while fostering a collaborative environment. The role requires strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail, supporting the research team in various administrative tasks. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic setting, upholding the organization's core values of integrity, excellence, and compassion.

Benefits

Benefits from Day One

Paid Days Off from Day One

Career Development

Whole Person Wellbeing Resources

Mental Health Resources and Support

Pet Insurance

Debt-free Education

Qualifications

• Responsible for accurate and timely submission of data forms.
• Supports subject recruitment and maintains research certifications.
• Participates in protocol training and maintains professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Assist Clinical Research Coordinators in clinical trials.
• Communicate effectively with study team members.
• Perform data entry and maintain accurate study files.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Associate degree in health science

3 years equivalent administrative/professional experience

2 years clinical research experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One
• Paid Days Off from Day One
• Career Development
• Whole Person Wellbeing Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Insurance*
• Debt-free Education* (Certifications and Degrees without out-of-pocket tuition expense)

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Schedule: Full-Time

Shift : Days

Location: 2501 NORTH ORANGE AVENUE, Orlando, 32804

The community you’ll be caring for: Insert Marketing Statement

The role you’ll contribute:

The Research Support Assistant will assist the Clinical Research Coordinators (CRC)/Research Nurse in the conduct of Phase I-IV industry-sponsored and investigator-initiated clinical trials in accordance with trial protocols, FDA Regulations, and ICH/GCP Guidelines. The Research Support Assistant is immediately accountable to the CRC/CRN and works with them and other study team members to meet study-specific goals and timelines and communicates appropriately and effectively with other members of the study team (both internal staff and external collaborators). Assists with the recruiting needs of specific protocols and works with the team to meet these goals. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.

The value you’ll bring to the team:

• Demonstrates through behavior AdventHealth’s Core Values of Integrity, Excellence, and Compassion.
• The Research Support Assistant is responsible for accurate and timely submission or filing of data forms, angiography, echocardiology, radiology and/or laboratory materials. Abstracts and records essential physical and test data. Submits data in time frame specified. Maintains study chart to coincide with current protocol and research participant visits. Responds to data clarification requests (queries) in a timely manner.
• Supports the CRC/CRN by assisting with: subject recruitment (assisting with subject prescreening); ensuring maintenance of proper research certifications; project timelines updates; and literary searches. Enters and updates information into the database for recruiting. Assists with study close-out activities.
• Supports the research team by: creating/maintaining accurate files; copying, scanning, uploading, faxing and emailing documents as necessary; and being proactive in process improvement ideas.
• Communicates appropriately and effectively with investigators, scientists, APRNs, CRNs, industry collaborators, study monitors, physician offices, ancillary departments, staff and patients.
• Conforms to all standards of good research practice and abides by current IRB, FDA, federal, state and institutional regulations pertaining to human subjects research, including the use of institutional and departmental SOPs. Understands and abides by HIPAA regulations.
• Understands the protocol document and performs required activities as exhibited through collaboration with the CRC/CRN. Participates in initial and ongoing protocol training as necessary for the study requirements. Communicates with the CRC/CRN regarding incoming data and any inconsistencies.
• The Research Associate is responsible for maintaining personal professional growth and contributes to the growth of team members. Maintains adequate skills in technology as necessary for the study execution. Participates in the orientation of new employees. Proactive in process improvement ideas. The CRA will contribute to providing the highest levels of customer service by maintaining open communication with other research staff and participating in inter and/or intradepartmental discussions relevant to research.
• Performs other duties as assigned or directed to ensure the smooth operation of the department or section.

The expertise and experiences you’ll need to succeed:

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Strong interpersonal skills to interact and maintain good relationships with a broad spectrum of healthcare disciplines and the public.
• Excellent organizational, multi-tasking, and problem-solving skills with extreme attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently at a steady pace, performing multiple tasks and accommodate changing priorities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications of Word, Outlook and Internet Skills.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Associate degree in health science, or related field, OR
• 3 years equivalent administrative/professional experience, OR
• 2 years clinical research experience.