Clinical Research Assistant

Clinical Research Assistant Role in Miami, FL (33155)

Job Summary

Coordinates and supports research projects in collaboration with the research team. Assists with subject recruitment for observational studies, maintains research databases, and contributes to the development of research protocols and manuscripts.

Key Responsibilities
• Collaborate closely with researchers, research staff, and healthcare providers to support study activities.
• Assist in the development and implementation of research projects, including drafting and submitting manuscripts for publication.
• Provide timely support to study staff by addressing questions and resolving concerns.
• Enter and manage data within research databases, generate reports, perform database maintenance, and conduct data tracking and queries.
• Maintain and update participant information, ensuring data is accurate, complete, and properly documented.
• Communicate relevant findings or concerns to clinical and administrative research staff and ensure database records reflect appropriate documentation.
• Prepare grant progress reports and assist with troubleshooting study-related issues.
• Serve as a liaison between the research department and other departments involved in study activities.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements
• Associate degree in a medical or technical field or
• Minimum of two (2) years of research or healthcare experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Demonstrated interest in biomedical or clinical sciences.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Working knowledge of statistics and related coursework.
• Familiarity with computer-based tracking and database systems.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues.
• Ability to follow detailed written and verbal instructions.

Additional Details:
• Location: Miami, FL (33155)
• Position: Clinical Research Assistant
• Employment: ~6 month (1,040 Hours) contracted probationary period into direct hire / permanent position
• Hours: Monday-Friday; 8:30AM-5PM; Onsite 5 Days a Week
• Pay Range: $19/hr-$24/hr (Dependent on background/education and years of experience)

Benefits:
• Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances)
• Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix Offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s).)
• 401k (eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1)
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• Term Life Insurance Plan

For California Applicants:

We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO) , and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

This position is subject to a background check based on its job duties, which may include patient care, working with vulnerable populations, access to financial and confidential information, driving, working with heavy machinery, or working in a warehouse or laboratory environment. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.