Research Assistant Job Norfolk area,Virginia USA,Research/Development

The Research Assistant participates as a member of the Clinical Research Unit and is responsible for supporting clinical research studies. Requires strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Reports to department leadership.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Manages trial supplies; acts as point of contact for monitors, vendors and sponsors related to receipt, use, and return of supplies.
Processes, packages and ships laboratory specimens.
Coordinates trial system access, equipment and deliveries with vendors.
Assists with onsite and remote study monitoring visits by sponsors.
Prepares materials for subject visits.
Assists with data management.
Performs other duties as assigned.
LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS
IRB (Institutional Review Board) certification in human subject’s protection required, or must be completed within 90 days of hire.
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Associate’s degree in Human Services or closely related field preferred.
Previous experience in laboratory and research preferred.
Demonstrated ability to analyze and problem solve independently.
IATA (hazardous materials training) required.
Knowledge of procedures governing clinical research preferred.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Normal office environment with little exposure to excessive noise, dust, temperature and the like.

Summary

GENERAL SUMMARY
- The Research Assistant participates as a member of the Clinical Research Unit and is responsible for supporting clinical research studies. Requires strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Reports to department leadership.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manages trial supplies; acts as point of contact for monitors, vendors and sponsors related to receipt, use, and return of supplies.
- Processes, packages and ships laboratory specimens.
- Coordinates trial system access, equipment and deliveries with vendors.
- Assists with onsite and remote study monitoring visits by sponsors.
- Prepares materials for subject visits.
- Assists with data management.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS
- IRB (Institutional Review Board) certification in human subject’s protection required, or must be completed within 90 days of hire.
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
- Associate’s degree in Human Services or closely related field preferred.
- Previous experience in laboratory and research preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze and problem solve independently.
- IATA (hazardous materials training) required.
- Knowledge of procedures governing clinical research preferred.
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Normal office environment with little exposure to excessive noise, dust, temperature and the like.

Additional Information
CHKDHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. If assistance is needed, please reach out to us at Talent Team