Research Assistant

About Denali:

Denali Health is a fast-growing clinical research organization focused on getting therapies to market faster. We foster a culture of trust and talent to deliver industry-leading results for the trials we support.

Our teams work collaboratively to provide exceptional participant experiences, maintain the highest standards of research quality, and create meaningful career opportunities for individuals passionate about healthcare and clinical research.

Why This Role Matters:

Every participant visit, blood draw, ECG, and specimen you support contributes to the success of a clinical trial. Your work helps ensure data is collected accurately, participants receive exceptional care, and studies remain compliant and on schedule.

Whether you're performing a blood draw, running an ECG, processing samples, or supporting study operations, you're helping move promising therapies one step closer to the patients who need them.

What You'll Do:

Support Clinical Research Visits:

• Assist with participant visits and study-related procedures.
• Support participant screening, scheduling, and visit coordination.
• Prepare examination rooms, equipment, and study materials.
• Maintain accurate source documentation and study records.
• Ensure study activities are conducted according to protocol requirements, SOPs, and regulatory guidelines.

Perform Clinical Procedures:

• Perform venipuncture and blood collection according to study protocols.
• Conduct and document 12-lead ECGs.
• Process and prepare biological specimens for storage and shipment.
• Maintain specimen tracking logs and chain-of-custody documentation.
• Ensure proper labeling, handling, storage, and shipment of study samples.

Support Laboratory and Site Operations

• Perform laboratory processing procedures after training.
• Prepare samples for centrifugation, storage, and shipment.
• Assist with inventory management and laboratory supply maintenance.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and readiness of research and laboratory areas.
• Support data entry, documentation, and research operations activities.
• Collaborate with investigators, CRCs, laboratory staff, and site personnel to keep visits running efficiently and on schedule.

Support Data Quality and Compliance

• Complete documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
• Follow ICH-GCP, HIPAA, and study-specific requirements.
• Assist with quality control activities and audit readiness.
• Identify and communicate documentation or protocol issues to study leadership.

You're a Good Fit If You Are:

• Comfortable interacting directly with research participants.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized.
• Professional, dependable, and accountable.
• Able to follow protocols and procedures accurately.
• A strong communicator who works well with multidisciplinary teams.
• Eager to learn new clinical and laboratory skills.
• Able to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
• Passionate about healthcare, research, and improving patient outcomes.

Must-Haves

• Experience performing phlebotomy/venipuncture.
• Experience conducting 12-lead ECGs.
• High school diploma, Associate's degree, Bachelor's degree, or equivalent healthcare/research experience.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Ability to work directly with patients and study participants.
• Ability to follow written protocols and standard operating procedures.

Nice-to-Haves

• Prior clinical research experience.
• Experience working in a clinical, laboratory, or healthcare setting.
• Familiarity with ICH-GCP guidelines.
• Experience processing biological specimens.
• Certification in phlebotomy, medical assisting, nursing, or a related healthcare field.
• Experience with electronic medical records (EMR) and research databases.

How We'll Support Your Growth:

Paid ICH-GCP training and renewals.

• Hands-on training in laboratory processing and clinical research operations.
• Mentorship from experienced Clinical Research Coordinators, investigators, and site leaders.
• Exposure to a variety of clinical studies and research methodologies.
• Opportunities to grow into Clinical Research Coordinator and other advanced research roles.
• Structured development plans and ongoing learning opportunities.

Why Denali?

Do work that matters: Help bring innovative therapies to patients sooner through high-quality clinical research.

Learn from experienced professionals: Work alongside investigators, coordinators, and research leaders who invest in your development.

Grow fast on purpose: Gain hands-on experience, structured training, and opportunities for advancement.

Own meaningful work: Join a team where your contributions directly impact participant experiences and study success.

Be recognized: Receive support, feedback, and opportunities to build a rewarding long-term career.

Thrive in our culture: Work in a collaborative, mission-driven environment built on trust, accountability, and excellence.

Hiring Process:

1. Screening Call
2. Workstyle Questionnaire
3. Final Interview (60-90 Minutes)
4. Offer & Onboarding