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 20+ sites across the US and Canada, with plans for further expansion. 

The Role

This is an exciting, new opportunity at our newest de novo site in El Paso. 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 

• Assist Clinical Research Coordinators in conducting clinical trials
• Collect clinical data, including vital signs (EKGs, etc.) , and entering data into electronic data system
• Perform phlebotomy & specimen processing
• Schedule appointments
• Screen and enroll study subjects based on inclusion and exclusion criteria for specific study
• Verify study documents

• Clinical research experience preferred
• Phlebotomy/medical assisting experience required
• Experience with hands-on direct patient care
• 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