Medical Assistant Bioluminux Clinical Research New Jersey Hamilton Square, NJ Job Details Full-time $22 - $26 an hour 6 hours ago Benefits Paid time off On-the-job training 401(k) matching Qualifications Patient monitoring Medical office experience Patient safety Medical scheduling Data integrity and documentation Bachelor's degree Attention to detail Organizational skills Clinical confidentiality policies Document management systems Standard operating procedures (SOPs) Medical terminology Physical assessments Full Job Description Clinical Research Medical Assistant Bioluminux Clinical Research New Jersey is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Clinical Research Medical Assistant to join our growing clinical research team. This is a paid, hands-on position designed for an individual interested in developing a long-term career in clinical research. The successful candidate will work closely with Principal Investigators, Clinical Research Coordinators, and other members of the research team to support the safe and efficient conduct of clinical trials. The position combines traditional Medical Assistant responsibilities with clinical research activities, including participant recruitment, study visits, clinical procedures, source documentation, data collection, and regulatory compliance. This position is intended to provide a career-development pathway. With successful performance, increasing responsibility, and structured on-the-job training, the Clinical Research Medical Assistant will have the opportunity to progress into a substantive Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) role.
Key Responsibilities:
Clinical Trial & Participant Support Assist Clinical Research Coordinators and Investigators with the day-to-day conduct of clinical research studies in accordance with study protocols, site procedures, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), and applicable regulatory requirements. Support participant screening, enrollment, study visits, and follow-up activities under appropriate supervision. Assist with participant intake, including obtaining medical histories, medication histories, vital signs, and other protocol-required information. Prepare participants for study-related examinations, procedures, and assessments and help ensure a professional, comfortable participant experience. Perform protocol-permitted clinical procedures within training and scope of practice, including vital signs, height and weight measurements, phlebotomy, specimen collection and processing, and ECGs/EKGs. Assist with collection, labeling, processing, packaging, storage, and shipment of biological specimens in accordance with protocol and laboratory requirements. Provide participants with study instructions, visit schedules, diaries, questionnaires, and other study materials as directed by the research team. Assist with participant retention activities, including appointment reminders and follow-up communications. Clinical Research Coordination Assist with pre-screening potential research participants using approved criteria and recruitment methods. Communicate professionally with prospective and enrolled research participants by telephone, electronic communication, and in person. Assist with scheduling screening, baseline, treatment, and follow-up visits according to protocol-defined visit windows. Review study schedules and assist the research team in ensuring required procedures and assessments are completed at each visit. Maintain accurate and timely source documentation for study visits. Assist with data entry into electronic data capture (EDC) systems and other study-specific electronic platforms under appropriate supervision. Assist with resolution of data queries and completion of study documentation. Support maintenance of participant screening, enrollment, visit, and tracking logs. Assist with investigational product accountability and study supply management when appropriately trained, delegated, and permitted by the study. Regulatory & Quality Support Maintain organized, accurate, and complete clinical research records. Assist with maintenance of regulatory binders and essential study documents. Support preparation for Site Initiation Visits, Interim Monitoring Visits, Remote Monitoring Visits, Close-Out Visits, audits, and inspections. Assist with collection and maintenance of staff credentials, training records, delegation logs, laboratory certifications, equipment records, and other study documents. Follow study protocols, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Good Clinical Practice (GCP), HIPAA requirements, and applicable FDA and IRB requirements. Promptly communicate protocol questions, participant concerns, adverse events, scheduling issues, and potential protocol deviations to the appropriate Investigator or Clinical Research Coordinator. Participate in protocol-specific, sponsor, and site training. Help maintain study supplies, laboratory kits, equipment, and participant materials. Clinical Research Coordinator Development This position is specifically designed for a candidate interested in developing a career in clinical research. As competency and experience increase, the successful candidate will receive training in progressively more advanced CRC responsibilities, which may include: Independent coordination of assigned clinical trials under Principal Investigator oversight. Participant recruitment, pre-screening, screening, enrollment, and retention. Protocol review and visit planning. Informed consent process support and, when appropriately trained and delegated, obtaining informed consent in accordance with applicable requirements. Source document preparation and completion. EDC data entry and query resolution. Regulatory document management and IRB submissions. Study start-up and site activation activities. Sponsor, CRO, and monitor communication. Preparation for and participation in monitoring visits. Protocol deviation identification and documentation. Adverse event and serious adverse event documentation and reporting support. Investigational product and study supply accountability. Study close-out and record retention activities. Advancement to a Clinical Research Coordinator position will be based on demonstrated competency, reliability, clinical research knowledge, performance, and the ability to independently manage assigned responsibilities. Qualifications Required Medical Assistant training, certification, or equivalent healthcare experience. Strong interest in clinical research and a desire to develop into a Clinical Research Coordinator. Knowledge of medical terminology and basic clinical procedures. Ability to obtain accurate vital signs and perform basic patient/participant assessments. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail. Ability to accurately follow written protocols, instructions, and established procedures. Professional and compassionate approach when interacting with research participants. Comfortable working with computers, electronic medical records, and web-based systems. Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and priorities in a fast-paced environment. Commitment to participant safety, confidentiality, research integrity, and accurate documentation. Dependable, punctual, professional, and willing to learn. Preferred Previous experience in a physician's office, medical practice, clinical research site, hospital, laboratory, or other healthcare environment. Phlebotomy experience. Experience performing ECGs/EKGs and obtaining vital signs. Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems. Previous clinical research experience is helpful but not required . Familiarity with Good Clinical Practice (GCP), FDA-regulated clinical trials, IRBs, EDC systems, or clinical research documentation is a plus. Bachelor's degree or coursework in biology, health sciences, public health, nursing, psychology, or another healthcare-related field is a plus but not required. Ideal Candidate We are particularly interested in someone who is motivated, dependable, highly organized, teachable, and genuinely interested in building a career in clinical research . The ideal candidate does not necessarily need extensive previous research experience. We value individuals who demonstrate strong clinical fundamentals, attention to detail, professionalism, initiative, willingness to learn, and the ability to consistently follow protocols and procedures. For the right candidate, this position offers the opportunity to gain meaningful hands-on experience across multiple aspects of clinical trial operations and develop the knowledge and skills necessary to become a successful Clinical Research Coordinator. Why Join Bioluminux Clinical Research? At Bioluminux Clinical Research New Jersey , you will work directly with experienced Investigators and research professionals while gaining exposure to the full lifecycle of clinical trials. You will have the opportunity to contribute to research evaluating investigational therapies while helping provide participants with a safe, respectful, and high-quality research experience. We are looking for someone who wants more than a traditional Medical Assistant position—someone interested in learning clinical research, taking on increasing responsibility, and growing with our organization into a Clinical Research Coordinator role.
Job Type:
Full-time Position:
Clinical Research Medical Assistant Career Path:
Clinical Research Medical Assistant →
Clinical Research Coordinator Work Setting:
Clinical Research Site /
Outpatient Setting Compensation:
Competitive and commensurate with education, clinical experience, research experience, and qualifications. Bioluminux Clinical Research New Jersey is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and organizational needs.
Pay:
$22.00 - $26.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week
