Research Assistant/Data Coordinator Job Listing at Kelly Services in Spokane, WA (Job ID US3561642_BH9815601)

Description

Kelly® Science & Clinical is seeking a Research Assistant for a fulltime, direct-hire position with an onsite research organization in Spokane, WA. If you're passionate about bringing the latest scientific discoveries to life and are ready to take the next step in your career, trust The Experts at Hiring Experts.

Job Title: Research Assistant / Clinical Research Data Coordinator

Department: Clinical Research

Reports To: Research Manager

FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Position Summary:

The Research Assistant / Clinical Research Data Coordinator supports Clinical Research Coordinators (CRCs) and the broader research team with clinical tasks, data collection, and participant support under direct supervision. Approximately 50% of this role is dedicated to ensuring accurate and timely data entry into sponsor portals, responding to clinical trial data queries, and maintaining regulatory compliance in line with Good Clinical Practice (GCP). The position is essential to maintaining study integrity, documentation accuracy, and operational efficiency.

Essential Functions:

• Perform basic clinical procedures including vitals, ECGs, and phlebotomy as delegated.
• Support CRF and source documentation by assisting with accurate and timely data entry.
• Prepare and maintain exam rooms daily, ensuring they are fully stocked with:
• Pillowcases, bed paper, ECG vests, alcohol wipes, gauze, gloves, BP cuffs, thermometer, paper towels, tissue, hand sanitizer, and soap.
• Maintain inventory logs of office, medical, and investigational product (IP) supplies; communicate needs to the PM or Director.
• Monitor and empty sharps containers and maintain instrument calibration/expiration records.
• Keep IP and storage rooms clean and orderly.
• Assist with subject scheduling and the check-in/check-out process across Athena, Outlook, and CRIO systems.
• Perform routine office sanitization and temperature checks per site COVID protocols.
• Create and maintain Inclusion/Exclusion cards for new studies.
• Assist with drug accountability, including logging receipt, dispensing, and return of IP.

Data Coordination Duties (Approx. 50% of Role):

• Accurately enter clinical trial data into Electronic Data Capture (EDC) systems within 48 hours of visit completion.
• Monitor and respond to data queries from Clinical Research Organizations (CROs) and sponsors within established timeframes.
• Collaborate with CRCs to ensure data completeness and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain audit-ready documentation of all data entries and query resolutions.
• Ensure adherence to GCP and site SOPs related to data integrity and security.

Secondary Functions:

• Support CRCs and site staff with:
• Performing scales, retrieving IP, administering meals, and patient support during visits or overnight stays.
• Coordinating travel logistics or preparing supplemental study materials (e.g., flyers, letters, or ads).
• Administrative tasks as assigned.

Additional Core Expectations:

• Study Ownership Level: Support role only; does not independently own studies.
• Patient Interaction: Frequent and supervised; includes escorting participants and assisting with procedures.
• Regulatory Work: Not responsible for regulatory documentation but may assist with filing and binder maintenance.
• Data Entry / eCRFs: Serves as a primary resource for data entry under CRC guidance; ensures completeness and timeliness.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Basic understanding of clinical environments, medical terminology, and research workflows.
• Strong attention to detail, task follow-through, and data accuracy.
• Proficiency with electronic data platforms and comfort navigating sponsor systems.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Education & Experience:

• Medical Assistant, Lab Tech, or equivalent with at least 6 months of clinical experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with movement disorder populations and research study workflows.
• Prior experience using EDC systems or working in a research data coordination role.

Evaluation Criteria:

• Timely, accurate, and complete documentation.
• Effective data query resolution and responsiveness.
• Professional conduct and collaboration with research staff.
• Responsiveness to training and performance feedback.

Physical Requirements:

• Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, and reach with hands and arms.
• Must be able to use standard office and clinical equipment.
• May occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.

Equipment / Tools Utilized:

• Computers, copy machines, phones, ECG machines, and basic lab tools.
• EDC systems, IRB portals, sponsor data platforms, and Microsoft Office Suite.

Environment/Working Conditions:

• Work occurs in a well-lit office and clinical environment.
• Must be able to manage tasks in a busy, occasionally stressful setting.

Pay Range and Benefits:

• Target PAy Rate: $20–$30 per hour (DOE)
• Nonexempt hourly position.
• Eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance benefits after 60 days.
• Paid Time Off accrues after 90 days of employment.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Why Kelly® Science & Clinical?

Kelly Science & Clinical is your connection to premier scientific and clinical companies looking to hire industry experts just like you. Our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world's most critical challenges. Every day, we match science professionals with dream jobs that fit their skills, interests, and career goals—it's the way we think job searching should be. Nearly 100 percent of our science recruiters have a professional background and education in science, so we know a thing or two about the science market and how to get your expertise noticed.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we're obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it's about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It's the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It's the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

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