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Job Title: Clinical Research Assistant (Pre-Medical Track).

Department: Clinical Operations – Angel City Research.

Reports To: Senior Clinical Research Coordinator & the Director of Operations.

Position Summary.

The Clinical Research Assistant (CRA) is an entry-level, pre-professional role designed for pre-medical or health-sciences students seeking structured exposure to clinical research and patient-facing clinical environments. The position primarily supports Clinical Research Coordinators through clerical, administrative, and visit-preparation tasks, while offering supervised shadowing opportunities to learn the fundamentals of clinical research operations, regulatory compliance, and clinical practice.

This role does not include independent study coordination or regulatory decision-making responsibilities and functions under close supervision at all times.

Core Duties & Responsibilities.

Administrative & Clerical Support (Primary Function)

· File, organize, and maintain study-specific documentation (paper and/or electronic) in accordance with sponsor and regulatory requirements

· Assist with preparation and upkeep of regulatory and subject-specific binders.

· Scan, upload, and index documents into electronic systems

· Support document quality control by flagging missing or incomplete materials for coordinator review

· Maintain organized study folders and ensure version control of study documents

Visit Preparation & Clinic Support.

· Assist coordinators with visit preparation, including:

o Printing visit-specific worksheets and source documents

o Preparing visit packets, lab kits, and study materials

o Verifying visit schedules and required procedures

· Support exam room and workspace readiness for study visits

· Assist with inventory tracking of non-investigational study supplies (logs only; no dispensing)

Patient Communication & Scheduling Support.

· Make appointment reminder calls, texts, or emails using approved scripts and systems

· Confirm visit attendance and notify coordinators of cancellations or rescheduling needs

· Assist with basic patient logistics (parking instructions and validation, arrival reminders, general visit flow explanations)

· Maintain professionalism and confidentiality in all patient interactions

Shadowing & Educational Exposure (Structured Learning Component).

· Shadow Clinical Research Coordinators during:

o Study visits

o Informed consent discussions (observation only)

o Source documentation and data entry processes

o Sponsor or monitor interactions (as appropriate)

· Observe clinical workflows, interdisciplinary collaboration, and patient care environments

· Receive guided exposure to:

o Good Clinical Practice (GCP) principles

o Research ethics and human subjects protections

o Clinical trial phases and protocol structure

o Roles of investigators, coordinators, sponsors, and CROs

Compliance & Professional Standards.

· Adhere to HIPAA, GCP, and institutional confidentiality requirements

· Complete required training prior to independent task execution, including:

o Human Subjects Protection

o HIPAA

o GCP (as applicable)

· Maintain professional conduct consistent with clinical and research environments

Required Qualifications.

.Must speak English and Spanish
· Current enrollment in a pre-medical, pre-health, or health-sciences undergraduate or post-baccalaureate program

· Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

· Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism

· Reliable, punctual, and able to follow structured procedures

· Clear written and verbal communication skills

· Comfort working in clinical and administrative settings

Preferred Qualifications.

· Prior experience in:

o Healthcare settings

o Research labs or academic research

o Medical offices or administrative healthcare roles

· Familiarity with basic medical terminology

· Interest in clinical research, medicine, public health, or healthcare administration

· Bilingual skills, particularly Spanish

Core Skills & Competencies.

· Attention to detail and document accuracy

· Time management and task prioritization

· Professional communication with patients and clinical staff

· Ability to learn and follow SOPs and protocols

· Team-oriented mindset with ability to receive and act on constructive feedback

· Ethical judgment and respect for patient autonomy and privacy

Educational & Career Development Value.

This role is intentionally structured to provide:

· Hands-on exposure to real-world clinical research operations

· Mentorship from experienced Clinical Research Coordinators, Director of Operations, and the Principal Investigator

· Observational learning aligned with medical and health-professional school pathways

· Foundational understanding of clinical trials, patient engagement, and regulatory compliance

Work Environment.

· Clinical research site and administrative office settings

· Interaction with patients, investigators, coordinators, and research staff

· Involves long periods of standing and walking, lifting weight at 10 pounds or more, and administrative tasks

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