Clinical Research Assistant
📍 Location: Scottsdale, AZ | 🏥 Site Name: Headlands Research Scottsdale | 🕒 Full-Time | 🧪 Clinical Research
We’re seeking a medical assistant for our Research Assistant (RA) position at our clinical research site located in Scottsdale. 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 patient screening to data entry. Your work will directly contribute to the success of new treatments in development.
Type: Regular Full-time Employee
Schedule: Mondays through Fridays, 8:00am - 5:00pm
Location: Onsite in Scottsdale, AZ (no capabilities for remote or hybrid work)]
Reports to: Site Director
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:
Perform intramuscular injections for vaccine studies, when necessary
Assist research coordinators in conducting clinical trial visits in compliance with study protocols
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:
At least one full year of experience providing direct hands-on patient care required
Familiarity with medical terminology required
Clinical research experience preferred
Experience as a phlebotomist, laboratory technician, or medical assistant preferred
Comfortable using multiple electronic data entry systems
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