Clinical Research Assistant / Phlebotomist

Flourish Research is looking for motivated, talented, creative individuals who want to learn and grow in their careers while contributing to research that changes lives! We offer an excellent comprehensive benefits package, a supportive and collaborative work environment, and endless growth opportunities.

We are actively hiring for a Clinical Research Assistant opportunity at the Flourish Research site in Charlotte, NC. This site, founded as the Alzheimer's Memory Center, has contributed to medical breakthroughs in Alzheimer's research and treatment for more than 20 years!

The Clinical Research Assistant supports the Investigators in executing Phase I, II, III, and IV clinical research trials in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), FDA and GCP guidelines, and study protocols while providing an impeccable patient experience in every single interaction.

Shift: Monday - Thursday, 7:30 AM - 5 PM, occasional Fridays from 8 AM - 12 PM
Location: 10801 Monroe Rd, Suite 100, Matthews, NC 28105
Compensation: $21.50-$23.50/hr
Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance plans, 401(k) with 4% match, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, referral program, employee assistance program, life insurance, disability insurance, and 15 days of PTO + 10 company holidays.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform phlebotomy on clinical research participants and work directly with the site operations team to coordinate the trial process.
• Assists in educating patients about the nature of their disease and the benefits and risks of participating in a clinical drug trial.
• Determine protocol-related needs to conduct the trial and order supplies and equipment.
• Recruits and screens potential patients and obtains informed consent.
• Assists in providing patient education on the benefits and risks of participating in a clinical drug trial.
• Designs source documents and forms to facilitate accurate data collection and recordkeeping.
• Conducts in-service programs and summarizes study schedules to assist in understanding and implementing a protocol.
• Schedules patient visits and laboratory and diagnostic test procedures.
• Coordinates drug shipments, storage, and accountability.
• Review trends, problems encountered, patient adverse events, and patient progress.
• Perform other clinical skills as required by the trial protocol, including vital signs
• Other responsibilites as assigned by leadership

QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience performing phlebotomy with patients in a clinic or hospital setting
• Experience with clinical research is preferred but not required
• Familiar with e-source reporting via an electronic platform
• A clear understanding of ICH, FDA, and GCP regulations
• Impeccable organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with the Principal Investigator, research team, Study Sponsor/CROs, potential subjects, and referral sources
• An ethical compass that compels the candidate to be honest, detail-oriented, and self-driven
• High-level critical thinking skills
• Working knowledge of medical terminology and lab collection/processing/storage procedures
• Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office Suite

Flourish Research offers an excellent comprehensive benefits package, a supportive and collaborative work environment, and endless growth opportunities. Apply today to learn more about how you can join us in our mission to save and improve the lives of others!

Flourish Research is where clinical trials thrive.

Flourish Research represents one of the industry's most progressive and diversified clinical trial companies with robust capabilities in the therapeutic areas of cardiology/metabolic disorders/renal, CNS, pulmonology, and vaccines.

At Flourish Research, we strive toward excellence. In clinical trials and healthcare, excellence means everyone deserves the best care, regardless of their race, color, gender identity, religion, ethnicity, physical abilities, age, sexual orientation, or veteran status. We embrace employees, customers, and patients from these underrepresented groups to help make this vision a reality.

Flourish Research is driven by a diverse and inclusive community of passionate people who are committed to improving the quality of life of communities around the world. Flourish is committed to a safe work environment where all employees, customers, and patients are included, and treated with dignity and respect.

Flourish Research strives to build an organization that attracts and leverages diversity in our staff, which reflects the diversity of our local communities. We promote education, acceptance, and inclusion because there is beauty in diversity. The more diversity we have in our team, the more unique perspectives, and ideas we share, and the better prepared we are to serve our communities. WE SEE YOU. WE ARE YOU. WE EMBRACE YOU. WE CELEBRATE YOU!

Flourish Research is an equal employment opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and not on race, color, sex, (including pregnancy and gender identity), citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, political affiliation, or any other factor protected by law. Flourish Research complies with the law regarding reasonable accommodation for handicapped and disabled employees.