Research Assistant - Headlands Research

Headlands Research is dedicated to enhancing clinical trial delivery within our communities. As a leading network of advanced clinical trial sites, we leverage cutting-edge technology and exceptional support services to broaden outreach and participation. Founded in 2018, our rapidly growing company currently operates 18 sites across the US and Canada, with plans for further expansion. 

Our newest de novo site is projected to be completed by end of this year. The projected start for this role would likely be beginning of 2025. While we are not looking to immediately hire, we would like for anyone with interest to apply so that conversations can be had for when we are ready to hire.

The Role

Headlands Research is looking for a Research Assistant (clinical) to assist coordinators in clinical research human-subject trials. This individual will work directly with the Clinical Research Coordinator, Principal Investigator, and other research staff to ensure protocol visits are being completed in accordance with protocol guidelines.

Type: Full-time

Schedule: Monday through Friday, traditional business hours

Location: Onsite (no opportunities for remote or hybrid) in El Paso, TX (location TBD)

Expected Timeframe:  Projected end of Q4 this year or beginning of Q1 2025.

• Assist Clinical Research Coordinators in conducting clinical trials
• Collect clinical data, including vital signs, and entering data into electronic data system
• Schedule appointments
• Screen and enroll study subjects based on inclusion and exclusion criteria for specific study
• Verify study documents

• Clinical research experience preferred
• Experience with hands-on direct patient care highly preferred
• In-depth knowledge of medical terminology and laboratory skills preferred
• Knowledge with Microsoft office required
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills—interact effectively with professional, administrative staff, sponsor and regulatory representatives, patients, potential subjects, and referral sources
• Accuracy, attention to detail and ability to set priorities and meet deadlines