Research Assistant/Coordinator

Senders Research, the clinical research arm of Senders Pediatrics, has been conducting clinical trials in collaboration with pharmaceutical companies and academic institutions since 1995. We have developed a national reputation for our expertise in conducting both safety and immunogenicity trials involving vaccines, oral and topical antibiotics and antifungals and inhaled bronchodilators and corticosteroids. The Research Assistant/Coordinator will enjoy being a member of a dynamic and enthusiastic team of research professionals who oversee research services here at Senders Pediatrics.

Some responsibilities of the Research Assistant/Coordinator include:

• To ensure the safe and ethical conduct of clinical research as well as compliance with the International Conference on Harmonization (ICH) and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) regulatory requirements.
• To recruit subjects for clinical studies by making phone calls, sending mailings and discussing studies with parents and potential participants.
• To become proficient in study start up, ongoing study management including data capture and adverse event processing and study close out requirements.
• To become proficient in phlebotomy the accurate processing of blood, sera and other biological specimens and the administration of vaccines.
• To develop excellent time management, organization, planning and prioritization skills critical to the successful management of multiple clinical trials.
• To interact with research sponsors and their representatives in a positive, ethical and productive manner.
• To interface with the clinical staff, including front office, medical assistants and providers in promoting the activities of the research department.
• To be willing to participate in other research-related duties that may be assigned

Knowledge, skills and experience required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in the sciences or related area is required
• Minimum 1 year in Clinical Research, or recent college grad with biology major and strong interest in clinical research
• Phlebotomy skills and confidence in vaccine administration are preferred although we are willing to train
• Competence with computers, databases and the MS office suite
• Possesses a growth mindset
• Takes a team approach to work
• Willingness to be challenged and to gain mastery in new areas
• Maintains close attention to detail in all work related areas

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Work Location: In person