Angel City VA Recruitment
Clinical Research Assistant (Pre-Medical Track) Must Speak English and Spanish
Angel City VA Recruitment, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Clinical Research Assistant (Pre-Medical Track) Must Speak English and Spanish
Los Angeles, CA — Full Time — Experienced
Position Summary The Clinical Research Assistant (CRA) is an entry‑level, pre‑professional role designed for pre‑medical or health‑sciences students seeking structured exposure to clinical research and patient‑facing clinical environments. The position primarily supports Clinical Research Coordinators through clerical, administrative, and visit‑preparation tasks, while offering supervised shadowing opportunities to learn the fundamentals of clinical research operations, regulatory compliance, and clinical practice. This role does not include independent study coordination or regulatory decision‑making responsibilities and functions under close supervision at all times.
Core Duties & Responsibilities
Administrative & Clerical Support
File, organize, and maintain study‑specific documentation (paper and/or electronic) in accordance with sponsor and regulatory requirements
Assist with preparation and upkeep of regulatory and subject‑specific binders
Scan, upload, and index documents into electronic systems
Support document quality control by flagging missing or incomplete materials for coordinator review
Maintain organized study folders and ensure version control of study documents
Visit Preparation & Clinic Support
Assist coordinators with visit preparation, printing visit‑specific worksheets and source documents
Prepare visit packets, lab kits, and study materials
Verify visit schedules and required procedures
Support exam room and workspace readiness for study visits
Assist with inventory tracking of non‑investigational study supplies (logs only; no dispensing)
Patient Communication & Scheduling Support
Make appointment reminder calls, texts, or emails using approved scripts and systems
Confirm visit attendance and notify coordinators of cancellations or rescheduling needs
Assist with basic patient logistics (parking instructions and validation, arrival reminders, general visit flow explanations)
Maintain professionalism and confidentiality in all patient interactions
Shadowing & Educational Exposure
Shadow Clinical Research Coordinators during study visits, informed consent discussions (observation only), source documentation and data entry processes, sponsor or monitor interactions (as appropriate)
Observe clinical workflows, interdisciplinary collaboration, and patient care environments
Receive guided exposure to Good Clinical Practice (GCP) principles, research ethics and human subjects protections, clinical trial phases and protocol structure, roles of investigators, coordinators, sponsors, and CROs
Compliance & Professional Standards
Adhere to HIPAA, GCP, and institutional confidentiality requirements
Complete required training prior to independent task execution (Human Subjects Protection, HIPAA, GCP as applicable)
Maintain professional conduct consistent with clinical and research environments
Required Qualifications
Must speak English and Spanish
Current enrollment in a pre‑medical, pre‑health, or health‑sciences undergraduate or post‑baccalaureate program
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism
Reliable, punctual, and able to follow structured procedures
Clear written and verbal communication skills
Comfort working in clinical and administrative settings
Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience in healthcare settings, research labs or academic research, medical offices or administrative healthcare roles
Familiarity with basic medical terminology
Interest in clinical research, medicine, public health, or healthcare administration
Bilingual skills, particularly Spanish
Core Skills & Competencies
Attention to detail and document accuracy
Time management and task prioritization
Professional communication with patients and clinical staff
Ability to learn and follow SOPs and protocols
Team-oriented mindset with ability to receive and act on constructive feedback
Ethical judgment and respect for patient autonomy and privacy
Educational & Career Development Value
Hands‑on exposure to real‑world clinical research operations
Mentorship from experienced Clinical Research Coordinators, Director of Operations, and the Principal Investigator
Observational learning aligned with medical and health‑professional school pathways
Foundational understanding of clinical trials, patient engagement, and regulatory compliance
Work Environment
Clinical research site and administrative office settings
Interaction with patients, investigators, coordinators, and research staff
Involves long periods of standing and walking, lifting weight at 10 pounds or more, and administrative tasks
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Position Summary The Clinical Research Assistant (CRA) is an entry‑level, pre‑professional role designed for pre‑medical or health‑sciences students seeking structured exposure to clinical research and patient‑facing clinical environments. The position primarily supports Clinical Research Coordinators through clerical, administrative, and visit‑preparation tasks, while offering supervised shadowing opportunities to learn the fundamentals of clinical research operations, regulatory compliance, and clinical practice. This role does not include independent study coordination or regulatory decision‑making responsibilities and functions under close supervision at all times.
Core Duties & Responsibilities
Administrative & Clerical Support
File, organize, and maintain study‑specific documentation (paper and/or electronic) in accordance with sponsor and regulatory requirements
Assist with preparation and upkeep of regulatory and subject‑specific binders
Scan, upload, and index documents into electronic systems
Support document quality control by flagging missing or incomplete materials for coordinator review
Maintain organized study folders and ensure version control of study documents
Visit Preparation & Clinic Support
Assist coordinators with visit preparation, printing visit‑specific worksheets and source documents
Prepare visit packets, lab kits, and study materials
Verify visit schedules and required procedures
Support exam room and workspace readiness for study visits
Assist with inventory tracking of non‑investigational study supplies (logs only; no dispensing)
Patient Communication & Scheduling Support
Make appointment reminder calls, texts, or emails using approved scripts and systems
Confirm visit attendance and notify coordinators of cancellations or rescheduling needs
Assist with basic patient logistics (parking instructions and validation, arrival reminders, general visit flow explanations)
Maintain professionalism and confidentiality in all patient interactions
Shadowing & Educational Exposure
Shadow Clinical Research Coordinators during study visits, informed consent discussions (observation only), source documentation and data entry processes, sponsor or monitor interactions (as appropriate)
Observe clinical workflows, interdisciplinary collaboration, and patient care environments
Receive guided exposure to Good Clinical Practice (GCP) principles, research ethics and human subjects protections, clinical trial phases and protocol structure, roles of investigators, coordinators, sponsors, and CROs
Compliance & Professional Standards
Adhere to HIPAA, GCP, and institutional confidentiality requirements
Complete required training prior to independent task execution (Human Subjects Protection, HIPAA, GCP as applicable)
Maintain professional conduct consistent with clinical and research environments
Required Qualifications
Must speak English and Spanish
Current enrollment in a pre‑medical, pre‑health, or health‑sciences undergraduate or post‑baccalaureate program
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism
Reliable, punctual, and able to follow structured procedures
Clear written and verbal communication skills
Comfort working in clinical and administrative settings
Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience in healthcare settings, research labs or academic research, medical offices or administrative healthcare roles
Familiarity with basic medical terminology
Interest in clinical research, medicine, public health, or healthcare administration
Bilingual skills, particularly Spanish
Core Skills & Competencies
Attention to detail and document accuracy
Time management and task prioritization
Professional communication with patients and clinical staff
Ability to learn and follow SOPs and protocols
Team-oriented mindset with ability to receive and act on constructive feedback
Ethical judgment and respect for patient autonomy and privacy
Educational & Career Development Value
Hands‑on exposure to real‑world clinical research operations
Mentorship from experienced Clinical Research Coordinators, Director of Operations, and the Principal Investigator
Observational learning aligned with medical and health‑professional school pathways
Foundational understanding of clinical trials, patient engagement, and regulatory compliance
Work Environment
Clinical research site and administrative office settings
Interaction with patients, investigators, coordinators, and research staff
Involves long periods of standing and walking, lifting weight at 10 pounds or more, and administrative tasks
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