Clinical Research Assistant
Atlanta, Georgia • Full-Time
About the Role
Denali Health is a premier clinical research network dedicated to advancing medical science through high-quality clinical trials. Our Atlanta site is a hub of innovation, conducting studies that bring new therapies to patients who need them most. We invest in potential: Certified Nursing Assistants, Medical Assistants, and Foreign Medical Graduates bring the patient care skills to excel in research, and we provide the training and mentorship to turn that clinical background into a thriving career in the pharmaceutical and research industry. As a Research Assistant, you work alongside Clinical Research Coordinators and investigators as the hands and eyes of our studies—managing patient visits, processing lab samples, and ensuring data accuracy—with a career path toward Clinical Research Coordinator.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform clinical tasks for study participants: phlebotomy, vital signs, ECGs, and height and weight measurements
- Assist in collecting and entering source data into electronic data capture (EDC) systems with high accuracy
- Process biological specimens (centrifuging, pipetting, freezing) and prepare them for shipment according to IATA guidelines
- Assist with pre-screening potential patients by phone and reviewing medical history for study eligibility
- Maintain study binders, organize supply inventories, and assist with scheduling patient visits
Qualifications
- Background in one of: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with phlebotomy skills; Certified Medical Assistant (CMA or RMA); or Foreign Medical Graduate (FMG) seeking US clinical experience
- Strong medical foundation and eagerness to learn research regulations (GCP and FDA)
- Clinical skills: proficiency in phlebotomy and taking vitals is highly preferred
- Comfortable with computers, navigating electronic medical records (EMR), and learning new software quickly
- Excellent bedside manner, empathy for patients, and a willingness to take on any task
- Previous experience in a clinical research setting (preferred; we will train)
- IATA certification for shipping dangerous goods (preferred; we will train)
- GCP (Good Clinical Practice) certification (preferred; we will train)
What We Offer
- Mentorship from experienced CRCs who teach the Denali approach to research
- Clear promotion track toward Clinical Research Coordinator
- A diverse team that values FMGs, MAs, and CNAs for their medical knowledge and hands-on skill
- Standard, predictable hours compared with hospital shifts or emergency care