Research Assistants

AtK2 Medical Research we are transforming healthcare by delivering tomorrows treatments today. As a rapidly growing clinical research organization across Florida Tennessee and Rhode Island we lead multiphasic trials in therapeutic areas ranging from neurodegenerative to cardiometabolic medicine. Our culture is grounded in clinical excellence and a patient-first mission. We are seeking mission-driven individuals ready to play a meaningful role in bringing life-changing treatments to the patients who need them most.

K2 is seeking a Clinical Research Assistants to support our clinic out of Orlando(Maitland) FL.

The Clinical Research Assistant will support clinical trial performance and conduct congruent to the philosophy and mission of K2 Medical Research. Promote good clinical practices in the conduct of clinical investigations by possessing an in-depth knowledge of federal regulations and K2 Medical Research guidelines (SOPs) for the enrollment and maintenance of subjects in clinical trials and by collecting recording and maintaining source and sponsor documentation.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Track and move candidates through screening efficiently. Aiding the coordinators and keeping subjects from falling through the cracks.
• Understand thoroughly all assigned studies through reading protocols attending investigator meetings and start-up meetings and coordinating with Principal Investigator.
• Assist the Site Director and Project Management team on projects as needed.
• Adhere strictly to the study protocol; obtain exemptions when necessary/appropriate.
• Communicate protocol issues to CRO and/or Sponsor Site Administrator Director Principal or Sub-Investigator.
• Articulate all pertinent issues to the Pl or document by email/letter or during meetings.
• Collect initial psychiatric and medical information by interviewing patients and by accessing other appropriate sources.
• Ensure a flow of communication including telephone conferences between patient study staff referral sources Sponsor and/or CRO Monitors) Auditors and any marketing groups hired by the Sponsor.
• Utilize various psychiatric rating scales and maintaining interrater reliability with other clinicians at K2 Med.
• Perform clinical tasks including but not limited to vital signs height and weight ECG phlebotomy specimen packaging.
• Maintain timely K2 Medical Research source documentation as well as sponsor required information.
• Dispense and maintain accurate records of study medication.
• Educate patients and family regarding their study and clinical drug trials in general.
• Complete all monitor and sponsor queries in a timely manner.
• Provide appropriate community resource referrals to patients caretakers and family at conclusion of patients participation in study.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer services skills.
• Strong time management and organizational skills In depth knowledge of industry regulations.
• Proven ability to and foster mentoring relationships.
• Ability to create momentum and foster organizational change.

Qualifications:

• HS Diploma or GED Transcript required. Bachelors degree strongly preferred.
• Prior experience in a clinical environment preferred. Experience in clinical research is ideal.
• LPN RN or other medical licensure or certification preferred.
• Applicants that dont meet 100% of the above qualifications but who have a combination of related education applicable experience demonstrated capability and a genuine passion for success in this position may also be consider.

Your growth and well-being are our priority.Our comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees includes medical dental and vision options supplemental insurance plans 401(k) with immediate employer match generous paid time off and paid holidays. Most notably we support a healthy work-life balance through a four-day work week consisting of 10-hour shifts from Monday through Thursday. Fridays are reserved only for critical business needs or administrative tasks; otherwise they are your chance to kick-start your weekend.

Join the K2 Family: Where Compassion and Connection Lead the Way! At K2 Medical Research people come first and were seeking warm wonderful humans who effortlessly click with everyone from our incredible patients to brilliant physicians and dedicated research staff.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate what makes you uniquely you and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex (including pregnancy sexual orientation or gender identity) national origin age disability genetic information marital or veteran statuses.

We value the differences among our team members and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process please contact We are here to ensure you have the support and tools you need to shine.

Required Experience:

Junior IC

Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1