Clinical Research Assistant: Patient Recruitment & Trials Support

Research Assistant / Patient Recruitment Chesterfield, Missouri At Headlands Research, we are dedicated to enhancing clinical trial delivery within our communities. As a leading network of advanced clinical trial sites, we leverage cutting-edge technology and exceptional support services to broaden outreach and participation. Founded in 2018, our rapidly growing company currently operates 20+ sites across the US and Canada, with plans for further expansion. Clinical Research Assistant / Patient Recruitment Assistant We’re seeking a Clinical Research Assistant (RA) / Patient Recruitment Specialist for our Clinical Research Professionals site located in Chesterfield, MO. 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, data entry, to patient recruitment. Your work will directly contribute to the success of new treatments in development. Type: Regular Full-time Employee Schedule: Mondays through Fridays, 8:00am - 4:00pm Location: Onsite in Chesterfield, MO (no capabilities for remote or hybrid work) Reports to: Clinical Manager 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 Make outbound phone calls to recruit patients for upcoming trials 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 and basic laboratory procedures preferred Prior experience providing direct hands-on patient care preferred You must be comfortable sometimes spending long hours on the phone speaking with potential clinical trial participants Clinical research experience preferred 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 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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