Clinical Research Assistant

About the role

Location: Scottsdale, AZ | Site Name: Headlands Research Scottsdale | Full-Time | Clinical Research

We're seeking a Clinical Research Assistant (RA) for our clinical research site located in Scottsdale. As an RA, you won't just be supporting research-you'll be helping shape the future of healthcare. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals with clinical experience who are ready to grow their skillset and income potential within the clinical research field.

The Role

As a Clinical Research Assistant, you'll work side-by-side with experienced Clinical Research Coordinators, Investigators, and cross-functional teams to support all aspects of clinical trial execution-from subject screening to data entry. Your work will directly contribute to the success of new treatments in development.

Schedule: Mondays through Fridays, 8:00am - 5:00pm

Location: Onsite in Scottsdale, AZ (no capabilities for remote or hybrid work)

Reports to: Site Director

Benefits

Our benefits package for full-time employees includes health insurance (medical, dental, and vision), Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Paid Time Off (PTO), a variety of disability, accident, and life insurance options, as well as many more.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay + annual performance incentives
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid time off (PTO) and company holidays
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth
• A mission-driven culture focused on advancing medicine and improving patient outcomes

Responsibilities

• Assist research coordinators in conducting clinical trial visits in compliance with study protocols
• Collect and record vital signs, make study-related phone calls, and document data in electronic systems
• Support subject screening, enrollment, and follow-up processes
• Review and verify study documentation for accuracy and completeness
• Maintain close communication with coordinators, investigators, and study participants

Requirements

• Familiarity with medical terminology required
• Prior experience providing direct hands-on patient care required
• Clinical research experience preferred
• Comfortable using multiple electronic data entry systems
• Strong attention to detail, time management, and ability to work in a fast-paced, regulated environment
• Excellent interpersonal skills-you'll be interacting with participants, providers, and sponsors
• Passion for improving patient outcomes through research

Additional information

Headlands Research will never ask a candidate for personal identifiable information (date of birth, social security number, driver's license information, etc) via email or messenger tools, or for a financial deposit of any kind.

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