Headlands Research · 5 days ago
Clinical Research Assistant / Medical Assistant
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$23/hr - $27/hr
1+ years expHeadlands Research is a leading network of advanced clinical trial sites dedicated to enhancing clinical trial delivery. They are seeking a Clinical Research Assistant to assist coordinators in clinical research protocols and ensure protocol visits are completed in accordance with guidelines.
BiotechnologyHealth CareMedical
Responsibilities
Provide services including administration of medications, as directed by the Physicians
Ensure safety and welfare of each research participant
Assist Site Manager to adequately supply routine medical supplies; reorder supplies through established purchasing procedures
Maintain an accurate inventory of medical supplies to ensure services are not compromised due to unforeseen shortages
Admit and discharge patients on unit
Check vital signs and record daily information in the participant’s chart
Collect and prepare laboratory specimens
Perform basic laboratory tests to include urine pregnancy test and urine drug tests
Perform lab draws
Perform ECGs
Maintain detailed and accurate documentation related to research participants
Prepare daily meals and perform light housekeeping duties
Provide status updates and communicate with Physicians and Clinical Research Coordinators related to research participants
Qualification
Required
Certified Medical Assistant in California
Minimum of one year of experience managing a lab, ordering, and inventory
Minimum 1 year experience in medical field or clinical research
Intermediate to advanced computer and phone skills
Preferred
Current, valid California Phlebotomy License
Bilingual in English/Spanish is a plus
Benefits
A range of PPO and HMO medical plans
PPO and HMO dental plans
Vision coverage, long term disability plan, and life/AD&D coverage
401k plan
Paid holidays and paid time off
A welcoming work environment
Company
Headlands Research
Headlands Research is a globally integrated clinical trial site organization with a mission to improve the clinical trials process.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$29.19MKey Investors
Kohlberg Kravis Roberts
2025-08-14Acquired
2025-07-09Series Unknown· $1.35M
2024-11-01Series Unknown· $2M
Leadership Team
Kyle Burtnett
Chief Executive Officer
Recent News
2025-08-18
2025-08-17
Mergers & Acquisitions
2025-08-15
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