Research Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

About Us 

Flourish Research is where clinical trials thrive. Flourish Research is one of the industry’s most progressive and diversified clinical trial organizations, with strong capabilities across cardiology, metabolic disorders, renal, oncology, CNS, pulmonology, and vaccine research. 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 is committed to a safe work environment where all employees, customers, and patients are included, and treated with dignity and respect. 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 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. 

 
About the Job:  

We are actively hiring a Research Assistant to support our Metairie, LA site.

Shift: Monday-Friday regular day shift business hours
Location: Onsite
FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

Essential Job Functions:

• Support CRCs and site staff with protocol-specified patient visits and procedures, which may include, but not limited to, phlebotomy, IVs, injections, vital signs, ECG/EKG, etc.
• Document assessments and study data per regs/GCP
• Obtain and document informed consent following federal regulations and IRB guidelines
• Support patient recruitment efforts and scheduling to meet enrollment goals
• Maintain accurate source documentation and complete case report forms (CRFs)
• Report adverse events to supervisors or investigators as needed
• Help manage study supplies, lab kits, and other trial materials
• Maintain confidentiality and follow all applicable compliance and ethical standards
• Communicate effectively with research team members and document relevant study communications
• Represent Flourish Research professionally in all interactions
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management

Physical Requirements And/or Environmental Factors:

• Role may require flexible hours to support clinical schedules and site leadership. 

• Daily computer use. 

• Ability to sit or stand at computer for extended periods of time. 

• Ability to drive and daily availability of an automobile. 

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree preferred, but not required

• Clinical research experience is required, and oncology clinical research experience is preferred
• Minimum of two years of clinical research experience
• Clinical skills preferred: vital signs, EKG/ECG, phlebotomy, and injections
• 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.

Benefits

Flourish Research offers an excellent comprehensive benefits package to include: 

Health, dental, and vision insurance plans, 401(k) with a 100% employer match on the first 4% of employee contributions, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, employee referral program, employee assistance program, life insurance, disability insurance, and a generous PTO plan covering vacation, sick, personal days and 8 paid holidays. 

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.