Research Assistant

Denali Health is offering a path for candidates to break into clinical research. No prior experience required. Just a strong work ethic and a willingness to learn!Why this role mattersEvery visit you support keeps a study safe, compliant, and on schedule. Your work turns complex protocols into steady, compassionate care. When you draw a tube, run an ECG, or log a result, a therapy moves one step closer to people who need it.About DenaliDenali Health is a fast-growing integrated site organization focused on getting therapies to market faster. We foster a culture of trust and talent to deliver industry-leading results for the trials we support.What you'll doSet up visit rooms and packets: print source, labels, and schedule; lay out kits and PPE so the team is ready at start time.Welcome participants and guide check-in; verify IDs, update demographics, and offer a calm, clear overview of the visit flow.Handle reminders & follow-ups: send confirmations, arrange transportation as needed, and make post-visit check-in calls using approved scripts.Assist clinical procedures after training: prepare supplies for draws, hand off tubes, time spins, and complete chain-of-custody; perform phlebotomy only after competency sign-off.Support measurements under supervision: record vitals and help with ECG/EKG or spirometry setup/cleaning; log device temps/calibration.Document carefully: transcribe notes to source/eSource, upload/scans to the eISF, and enter data in eCRFs as delegated, following ICH-GCP/HIPAA.Tackle data quality tasks: pre-fill templates, check identifiers, time-stamp entries, and flag discrepancies or queries for the CRC to review.Coordinate the day: manage the visit tracker, keep the schedule moving, and communicate changes to CRCs, PIs, labs, and couriers.Pitch in wherever needed to keep visits safe, on time, and participant-centered.You're a good fit if you are...Clinically inclinedDetail-OrientedHardworking & reliableOwnership mindsetCoachableGrowth-orientedMust-havesHigh school diploma or GED.Strong technology proficiency (typing, EHR basics, Excel/Word); quick to learn new systems.Professionalism, reliability, and clear written documentation habits.Nice-to-havesMedical Assistant training/certification or prior patient-care experience.Exposure to clinical research (eSource/eCRF; Medidata Rave or REDCap).Familiarity with ICH-GCP, SOPs, CLIA.Bilingual (especially Spanish/English).How we will support your growth 30-60-90 day onboarding with hands-on checklists and frequent feedback.Paid ICH-GCP training/renewals and device competency sign-offs.Mentorship from senior CRCs and the PI; shadowing on complex visits.Clear ladder: Research Assistant ? CRC in ~12-18 months, with milestone reviews and pay steps.Why Denali?Do work that matters: help bring tomorrow's therapies to patients sooner"”your effort shows up in real lives.Learn from the best: collaborate daily with experienced PIs, CRCs who coach, not micromanage.Grow fast on purpose: structured onboarding, paid trainings, and clear milestones that move you up.Choose your lane (and change it): opportunities across clinic operations, data/QA, regulatory, and patient engagement.Own meaningful work: small, trusted teams where you get responsibility early"”and the support to do it right.Be recognized: competitive pay and benefits, thoughtful feedback, and visible wins that build your career story.Thrive in our culture: low-ego, high-standards, and steady teamwork so you can do your best work"”consistently.If you are interested, please email your CV to hr@ with a cover letter on how you might excel in this position.

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