Clinical Research Project Assistant Jobs in Iowa

JOB SUMMARY

A Clinical Research Assistant is an entry-level research position.  This position is responsible for performing a variety of duties including coordinating aspects of clinical trial protocols including but not limited to study initiation, recruitment, study visits, monitor visits, regulatory compliance, and study close-out.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Act as a liaison between providers, study representatives, and patients.
• Maintain case report forms, source documents, and regulatory documents.
• Maintain stock of supplies needed to carry out protocols.
• Pack and ship patient labs and review lab results.
• Provide patient care and collect medical information during visits.
• Initiate and participate in the informed consent process.
• Conduct screening of prospective study participants and schedule appointments of patients interested in research studies.
• Identify potential research participant candidates utilizing various channels including medical records, databases, referrals, and community outreach to identify potential candidates for participation in clinical research studies.
• Obtain informed consent (if required and appropriately delegated) from eligible participants according to established guidelines and protocols, ensuring comprehension and compliance with ethical standards and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct thorough remote screenings and assessments to determine initial patient eligibility for participation in clinical trials, coordinating with healthcare professionals as needed to verify medical history and suitability.
• Maintain detailed and accurate records of patient interactions, recruitment efforts, and consent processes in accordance with regulatory standards and study protocols.
• Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary team members including investigators, research coordinators, healthcare providers, and administrative staff to facilitate seamless recruitment and enrollment processes.
• Adhere to all relevant regulatory guidelines, institutional policies, and ethical standards governing the conduct of screening, recruitment, and enrollment in clinical research, prioritizing patient safety, privacy, and confidentiality.
• Use employee calendars to schedule appointments for patients.
• Instruct patients regarding study protocols.
• Arrange for or perform phlebotomy.
• Perform related work as required.

This job operates in a professional and clinical environment with occasional visits to other Innovo Research partner sites/clinics. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and scanners. There is frequent exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medicinal preparations, and other conditions common to a clinic environment. Varied activities include standing, walking, reaching, bending, and lifting.  Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination.  It requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time.  Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 50 pounds.  Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range. 

Due to the nature of this position, employees are expected to work in person. This is an exempt position under the federal and state wage and hour laws, which means you are not eligible for overtime pay beyond your salary.  Employees are expected to work 40 hours a week. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel. More in-depth information can be found in SOP's, working guidelines, policies, etc. Innovo Research is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Innovo are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Innovo Research will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. In addition, Innovo will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.