Clinical research assistants work in laboratories or healthcare facilities as members of a research team. They assist in clinical trials and scientific studies, finding subjects, documenting processes, and collecting data. They contribute to the analysis of the assembled data as well and work on evaluating the results.
You will work under the supervision of a clinical research associate or the lab manager. You might be tasked with collecting samples, recruiting volunteers, attending study meetings, or preparing research material. You will have to perform safety and quality checks on equipment daily, order stock if necessary, and answer patient inquiries.
This list of duties is far from exhaustive, of course. The role of a clinical research assistant is highly varied and exciting. It requires patience and careful attention to detail, and in-depth knowledge on the subject of the research. A bachelor's in life sciences is generally required to get on board.
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