Clinical Research Assistant

Clinical Research Assistant \- Drogheda

Main Purpose of the Role

The Clinical Research Assistant will support the Principal Investigator, Research Nurse and Clinical Research Coordinator in the delivery of clinical trials and clinical investigations at site level.

This is a clinically focused research role. Applicants must have previous experience working in clinical research within a clinical or healthcare setting and must have practical phlebotomy experience.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

The successful candidate will:

• Conduct clinical research activities to a high standard in accordance with study protocols, Good Clinical Practice, clinical research regulations and site procedures.


• Support the day\-to\-day delivery of multiple clinical trials and investigations under the supervision of the Principal Investigator, Research Nurse and/or Clinical Research Coordinator.


• Assist with the identification, screening and recruitment of suitable study participants under the supervision of the Principal Investigator.


• Carry out phlebotomy duties in line with study requirements, site procedures and applicable clinical standards.


• Process, label, store and arrange transport of biological samples in accordance with trial protocols and laboratory requirements.


• Support participant visits, including preparation, documentation, sample handling and follow\-up administration.


• Complete accurate and timely collection, recording and entry of trial data.


• Maintain study documentation, including the Investigator Site File, in accordance with GCP requirements.


• Provide administrative and operational support to the clinical research team.


• Liaise appropriately with investigators, research nurses, study coordinators, monitors, sponsors, CROs and other relevant stakeholders.


• Carry out any other duties appropriate to the level and nature of the post.

Applicants must have:

• Previous experience working in clinical research within a clinical, hospital, healthcare or trial\-site environment.


• Practical phlebotomy experience.


• A certificate, diploma or qualification in a medical, biomedical, scientific, nursing, healthcare or related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.


• Working knowledge of clinical trial processes, study protocols, participant documentation and GCP requirements.


• Experience handling clinical documentation, biological samples and/or participant data in a regulated environment.


• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.


• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.


• Strong communication skills and the ability to build professional working relationships.


• Good IT skills and confidence using electronic systems for data entry, documentation and communication.


• The ability to work independently while also contributing effectively as part of a clinical research team.

The following would be advantageous:

• Current or recent Good Clinical Practice training.


• Previous experience working on commercial clinical trials.


• Experience maintaining Investigator Site Files.


• Experience with sample processing, courier coordination and laboratory documentation.


• Experience supporting participant visits in a research setting.

This role is not an entry\-level general healthcare administration role. It requires prior clinical research experience in a clinical setting and practical phlebotomy skills.

Job Types: Full\-time, Fixed term

Pay: €36,000\.00\-€42,000\.00 per year

Work Location: In person

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