Are you looking for an opportunity in Clinical Research? Do you want to work for an industry leading company. If so, come and join us - IQVIA are looking for a Research Assistant.
This part-time (24 hours) role is to support a site in High Wycombe and you will need to be onsite for all working hours.
As a pivotal member of the site team, you will be involved with a variety of administrative tasks to support investigators and ensure the smooth running of clinical trials and assist with collecting patient data.
Day to day responsibilities will include:
* Support clinical research studies and maintain a safe study environment according to health and safety policies under the direction and delegation of the Principal Investigator
* Safeguard the well-being of subjects, act as a volunteer advocate, and address subject’s concerns
* Maintain up-to-date study protocols, case report forms (CRFs), Electronic Data Capture (EDC) systems, and other study documents
* Plan and coordinate logistical activity for study procedures according to the study protocol
* Perform clinical set-up and preparation for the study including labeling specimen collection tubes and containers, inventory of required supplies, and setting up or troubleshooting equipment and/or study issues
* Assist with data entry, data quality checking, and query resolution to ensure adherence to study protocol and quality control for content accuracy and completeness
* Assist in study enrollment by recruiting, screening, and orienting volunteers according to the study protocol
* Correct custody of study drug according to site standard operating procedures
* Coordinate with study monitor on study issues and effectively respond to monitor-initiated questions.
We are looking for candidates with the following skills and experience:
* BS/BA in life sciences or educational equivalent and/or relevant work experience in a clinical environment or medical setting, e.g. clinical research coordinator, nurse, medical assistant, other medical profession
* Basic knowledge of clinical trials, combined with in-depth knowledge of departmental, protocol and study-specific operating procedures, consent forms, and study schedules
* Basic knowledge of medical terminology
* Strong IT competence, skilled in using MS Windows and Office applications such as Access, Outlook, Excel, and Word
* Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, managers and client
* Good organizational skills with the ability to pay close attention to detail.