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Entry Level Clinical Research Associate Jobs in Decatur, GA

Denali Health

Research Assistant

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$18.50 - $25.50/hr

Denali Health is a fast-growing clinical research organization focused on getting therapies to ... High school diploma, Associate's degree, Bachelor's degree, or equivalent healthcare/research ...

Alcanza Clinical Research

Part-time Pharm Tech

Decatur, GA · On-site

$17 - $20.75/hr

Adrienne Hilliard Description Alcanza is a growing multi-site, multi-phase clinical research ... An associate's degree and 1+ years' related experience, OR an equivalent combination of education ...

Alcanza Clinical Research

Part-time Pharm Tech

Decatur, GA · On-site

$17 - $20.75/hr

Adrienne Hilliard Description Alcanza is a growing multi-site, multi-phase clinical research ... An associate's degree and 1+ years' related experience, OR an equivalent combination of education ...

Georgia Institute of Technology

Research Assistant

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$18.50 - $25.50/hr

... clinical trial research. OR Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, cell biology, social sciences, natural sciences, life, health care, or ...

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What is an entry level clinical research associate?

An Entry Level Clinical Research Associate (CRA) is responsible for monitoring clinical trials to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, ethical guidelines, and study protocols. They assist in site selection, data collection, and verifying that study procedures are properly followed. Entry-level CRAs typically work under the supervision of senior CRAs and may travel to different clinical sites. Strong attention to detail, knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines, and organizational skills are essential. This role is a starting point for a career in clinical research, with opportunities for growth into senior CRA or project management positions.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of an entry level clinical research associate?

As an Entry Level Clinical Research Associate, your day-to-day work generally involves assisting with monitoring clinical trial sites, reviewing study documentation, and ensuring adherence to protocol and regulatory requirements. You may support more senior team members in conducting on-site or remote visits, tracking patient recruitment, and managing data collection. Additionally, you’ll communicate regularly with site staff and other stakeholders to resolve issues and ensure data quality. This hands-on experience is essential for building expertise in clinical research processes and advancing toward more senior CRA roles.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an entry level clinical research associate?

To thrive as an Entry Level Clinical Research Associate, you typically need a bachelor's degree in life sciences or a related field, a solid understanding of clinical trial protocols, and attention to detail. Familiarity with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines, electronic data capture (EDC) systems, and regulatory documentation is often required. Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving abilities help you effectively collaborate with study sites and team members. These skills are critical to ensure the accuracy, compliance, and successful progression of clinical studies.

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Clinical Trials Coordinator

Atlanta, GA • On-site

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta
Hospitals • 10K+ employees
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$23.75 - $31.75/hr

Full-time

Posted 28 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Coordinates the care of patients and families enrolled in clinical research trials within accepted practices, policies, and philosophy of Children's Healthcare of Atlanta.

  • Coordinates investigator-initiated and other clinical trials, including communication, regulatory, and research aspects.

  • Develops and oversees the conduct of research protocols, including study design, implementation, data collection, and ensuring reporting requirements are met.

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Work Shift
Day
Work Day(s)
Monday-Friday
Shift Start Time
8:30 AM
Shift End Time
5:00 PM
Worker Sub-Type
Regular
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Job Description
Coordinates the care of patients and families enrolled in clinical research trials within accepted practices, policies, and philosophy of Children's Healthcare of Atlanta. Coordinates investigator-initiated and other clinical trials, including communication, regulatory, and research aspects. Summarizes study accrual, toxicities, and other data to ensure appropriate documentation onsite and by participating outside institutions. Acts as liaison between the Data and Safety Monitoring Board and Principal Investigators to ensure that studies are regulated and reviewed appropriately for the program. Proactively supports efforts that ensure delivery of safe patient care and services and promote a safe environment at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta.
Experience
  • 3 years of clinical experience with knowledge about the conduct of clinical studies/trials, research principles, and methodologies/study design

Preferred Qualifications
  • Master's degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, or a scientific field
  • Experience in creating and negotiating study budgets and contracts
  • Experience in database development and management
  • Experience managing complex projects

Education
  • Bachelor's degree

Certification Summary
  • Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP), Certified Research Administrator (CRA) or Certified Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC) or Society of Clinical Research Associates (SOCRA), Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP) within 1 year of hire
  • Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI) within 30 days of employment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Broad knowledge of federal regulations and regulatory requirements for conducting research with the ability to mentor
  • Self-directed and motivated to work independently toward short- and long-term goals
  • Good communication, organization, and interpersonal skills

Job Responsibilities
Develops and oversees conduct of research protocols
  • Assists in the study design and implementation of new studies as requested/needed by the investigator
  • Develops, maintains, utilizes, and updates protocols, data collection tools, case report forms, spreadsheets, and databases for assigned studies.
  • Ensures all reporting requirements are met at participating sites.
  • Confirms patient eligibility from participating sites using eligibility checklists that are created for the project.
  • Conducts site initiation visits (SIV), interim monitoring visits (IMV) and close out visits (COV) for multi-centered studies in compliance with protocol requirements

Provides oversight for data and safety monitoring
  • Maintains the agendas and minutes for the Data and Safety Monitoring Board including scheduling ad hoc meetings.
  • Notifies the Data and Safety Monitoring Board chairperson of unexpected serious adverse drug reactions or serious adverse events.
  • Submission to appropriate regulatory bodies as needed.

Manages regulatory and administrative processes related to clinical research activities for multi-centered trials
  • Develops policies and procedures for the management of multi-centered studies.
  • Completes regulatory site accreditation and audit process of participating sites.
  • Oversees participating institutions to ensure that research and protocol activities comply with organizational guidelines and regulatory standards for multi-centered studies.
  • Serves as a resource for facilitating grants, contracts, and financial tasks for multi-centered clinical research projects.
  • Oversees the maintenance of sites' regulatory binders for purposes of Trial Master File (TMF) documentation.
  • Point of contact for participating sites contracts and payment to sites for study start-up, patient enrollment, and other study needs.
  • Works with study teams and investigators to ensure decisions are being met regarding amendments, dose escalation or de-escalation, suspensions/closures, and notification to regulatory agencies and sponsors.
  • Creates and upkeeps lay and web summaries

Completes data management activities
  • Participates in the development of databases to use as the coordinating center.
  • Develops and communicates project status reports and basic demographic and descriptive statistical information to multi-centered trials.

Performs quality and education activities
  • Provides leadership and training for all multi-centered clinical research activities.
  • Trains participating sites on all activities related to the research project such as eligibility criteria, enrollment instructions, reporting requirements, and monitoring plans including conducting Site initiation visits (SIV) and close out visits (COV).
  • Develops educational in-services for Children's Healthcare of Atlanta staff for assigned studies.

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic covered by applicable law.
Primary Location Address
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