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Vitalief Inc. · 1 day ago

Research Assistant - Oncology

Newark, NJ

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$50K/yr - $55K/yr

1+ years exp

Vitalief Inc. is a consulting and professional services firm focused on enhancing trial activation and operational performance in clinical research. They are seeking a Research Assistant to provide operational and administrative support for oncology clinical research studies, ensuring protocol adherence and participant safety.

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Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Clinical Research Coordinator, support the planning, initiation, and execution of multiple Phase II–III oncology interventional trials, primarily involving investigational drugs and biologics, with potential radiation and surgical components

Collaborate with principal investigators, clinical care teams, and ancillary departments (e.g., pathology, radiology, laboratory, surgery, and infusion services) to ensure protocol adherence, participant safety, and compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and institutional requirements

Provide operational support across the full study lifecycle, including start-up, active conduct, and close-out activities

Assist with preparation, submission, and maintenance of IRB and regulatory documentation, including amendments, continuing reviews, reportable events, and audit-ready regulatory binders

Support participant scheduling, visit preparation, specimen collection and processing, and coordination with clinical and ancillary services in accordance with protocol and biosafety requirements

Prepare and maintain study materials, source documentation, and participant-facing packets, track study supplies and investigational product accountability documentation as applicable

Enter, maintain, and reconcile study data in EDC, CTMS, and institutional systems (e.g., OnCore, Epic, ClinicalTrials.gov) in a timely and accurate manner

Support monitoring visits, audits, and inspections by organizing documentation and responding to sponsor, monitor, and regulatory requests

Qualification

Research experienceData collectionRegulatory documentationMicrosoft OfficeOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsEthical conductTeam collaborationAttention to detail

Required

Bachelor's degree in health sciences, life sciences, public health, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience

Minimum of one (1) year of research experience, which may include academic research, laboratory research, public health research, quality improvement projects, or research internship experience; prior clinical research experience is not required

Demonstrated understanding of basic research principles, including data collection, documentation, and adherence to research protocols

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize responsibilities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced academic medical center environment

High attention to detail and accuracy when handling data, study documentation, and regulatory materials

Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with investigators, research staff, clinical teams, and study participants

Proficiency with standard office software and databases (e.g., Microsoft Office.), with the ability to learn research-specific systems such as EDC, CTMS, and electronic health records

Ability to follow established procedures, institutional policies, and regulatory requirements, including confidentiality and data privacy standards

Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within multidisciplinary research teams

Commitment to ethical conduct of research and willingness to complete required institutional and regulatory training (e.g., human subjects protection, GCP)

Benefits

20 PTO days + 9 paid holidays

Company-paid life insurance and short/long-term disability

401(k) retirement program

Comprehensive healthcare plans

Company

Vitalief Inc.

We recruit top talent from across the clinical research industry to support our clients in planning and execution of successful clinical trials with the goal of having a positive impact on people’s lives.

Founded in 2021

New Brunswick, New Jersey, USA

51-200 employees