Research Associate

2 weeks ago


Manchester, United Kingdom Thermo Fisher Scientific Full time
At Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life – To enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while taking science a step beyond through research, development and delivery of life-changing therapies.

Alongside clinical research through our PPD clinical research portfolio, our work in Accelerated Enrollment Solutions optimizes each step of the patient journey in clinical trials, such as securing sites and recruiting patients, allowing for more patients to participate in clinical research. Your determination to put patients at the heart of every decision will improve health outcomes that people and communities depend on – now and in the future.

We are currently looking to recruit a to complement the collaborative team at our Synexus research site in Manchester, United Kingdom. Working days, Monday to Friday, 37 hours a week. Provides general support to technical procedures. Collects study-specific data by performing technical and non-technical procedures and interacting with patients. May also assist with the verification of patient data and collecting source documentation to complete the medical history.

Key responsibilities for a Research Associate are as follows :

May perform technical procedures at the site including vital signs, blood collection, height, weight, electrocardiogram etc. as per local regulations. Fully informs patients about the tests to be conducted and guides patients in the requirements of the trial. Performs non-technical procedures, including urine collection, subject walks and safety monitoring. Under the general supervision of a licensed physician, may conduct the education, evaluation, treatment and follow-up of sleep disorders for clinic patients by following sleep laboratory operating procedures, applying electrodes and sensors to ensure the collection of appropriate data of the sleep testing process. Prepares and calibrates equipment for testing to ensure proper functioning. Interacts regularly with patients during study visits in order to perform study related procedures. Undertakes screening tests in accordance with protocol requirements. Answers incoming telephone calls. Assists in the lab and/or liaises with laboratories regarding sample collections and sample processing. • Completes clinical supply orders and maintains appropriate levels. May collect medical history information for potential patients, liaising with medical facilities and networks to collect patient files, documentation and other relevant information as may be required as per protocol. Maintains accurate freezer logs, specimen labelling and other documentation when required. May take consent if permitted according to country regulation. Reports Quality Incidents and supports investigation and resolution. Provides administrative support as needed. • Ensures adherence to COP’s, SOP’s and GCP and local regulations. Note: Some tasks listed above only to be conducted as per country regulations and with relevant valid qualifications/ certification or supervision.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

Good medical terminology and ability to perform conducting of vital signs Strong understanding of Good Clinical Practices (GCP), with ability to learn and maintain a good working knowledge of FDA regulations and company/client SOPs and WPDs Strong interpersonal skills, customer service philosophy and flexibility to handle last minute and frequent changes to study flowcharts Ability to interpret study protocols Strong problem-solving and mediation skills to function with multiple types of individuals in potentially difficult or uncomfortable situations Firm organizational and time management skills with the ability to multitask and oversee numerous studies with a variety of therapeutic areas and sizes simultaneously Proficient computer skills (, Microsoft Office and computerized databases such as Oracle) Strong data integrity skills and attention to detail Good understanding of the clinical research process preferred (GCP, Informed consent, Drug Dispensing and accountability, data collection) Ability to work well in a collaborative team environment

Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Watch as our colleagues explain 5 reasons to work with us. As one team of 100,000+ colleagues, we share a common set of values - Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement - working together to accelerate research, solve complex scientific challenges, drive technological innovation and support patients in need. #StartYourStory with PPD, part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, where diverse experiences, backgrounds and perspectives are valued.

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.


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