Currently hiring: Phlebotomist/ Clinical Trials Assistant, Chicago based

Job Description: Phlebotomist/Clinical Trials Assistant

Atlantia Food Clinical Trials is a world class company in delivering clinical studies. We perform acute, observational and intervention studies to ICH-GCP standards for the functional foods, beverages, supplements, pre and probiotics and microbiome-based therapeutics sectors. We are located along Chicago’s Magnificent Mile.

We are looking to hire a Clinical Research Assistant to join our dynamic Team. The ideal candidate must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and be capable of prioritising and organising workloads and communicating well with the Team.

Employment Type: Full-time.

Key Responsibilities:

• Performance of Phlebotomy and Administrative functions independently and in collaboration with Project Managers and Principal Investigators.
• Ensuring all phlebotomy samples are collected in accordance with company SOPs and trial protocols.
• Support multiple projects at different stages of the clinical research process in accordance with ICH-GCP
• Partake in site initiation visits as well as client/sponsor meetings/calls.
• Assist research teams with the development of study tools including source documents, eligibility checklists test forms and logs.
• Monitor safety and reporting of any adverse events.
• Taking subject anthropometric measurements and vital signs as part of subject visits.
• Serving as a liaison between physicians, study participants, research teams and Project Managers.
• Collecting and entering study data to electronic Case Report Forms in accordance with study protocol and specified procedures.
• Maintaining a supply and materials inventory.
• When appropriate, assist in the development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to support the research project/area.
• Performance of Phlebotomy and Administrative functions independently and in collaboration with Project Managers and Principal Investigators.
• Performing study closeout procedures including post-study documentation, return of study materials to the sponsor and data archiving.

Requirements:

• Minimum Bachelors College Degree in a relevant field (Science, Nutrition, Quality, Clinical Trials)

• Scientific Knowledge.

• Experience in Clinical Trials or Research Projects is a plus.

• 2+ years Phlebotomy experience with sharp phlebotomy skills.
• Proficient and experienced in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Excellent Computer skills and ability to pick up new electronic systems quickly.
• Ability to communicate well with participants when conducting visits and performing telephone screenings.
• Ability to prioritise tasks as appropriate to ensure deadlines are met.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills. Attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to handle sensitive information with the highest degree of integrity and confidentiality.
• Must be self-motivated with the ability to take initiative, work independently and as well as working in a team.
• Ability to assist in developing new efficient and improved processes.
• Flexible and willing to learn/grow with the company.
• Positive 'can-do' attitude.