Job Title: Clinical Research Assistant Job Description This is a part-time position based in Troy, NY, offering 24 hours per week with a six-month contract that may extend longer. Work days will be agreed upon based on the candidate's schedule. Responsibilities + Verify and/or correct research study information on source documents. + Research queries and variances and provide feedback to the site data collector. + Input research study data into trial Electronic Data Capture (EDC) system, ensuring quality control for content, accuracy, and completeness. + Prepare and maintain research study files. + Compile, collate, and submit study information within established deadlines. + Assist in the maintenance of regulatory documentation. + Schedule subject visits and generate appropriate reports and documents for research subjects prior to visits. + Input visit data into Clinical Trial Management System (CTMS) to track patient visits and procedures completed against the study budget. + Process required lab specimens, label vials, and accurately fill out requisitions for storage and/or shipment per the study protocol and packaging and shipment regulations. + Perform various administrative support functions such as reception, office organization, and office supply management. Essential Skills + Basic knowledge of clinical trials. + In-depth knowledge of departmental, protocol, and study-specific operating procedures, consent forms, and study schedules. + Basic knowledge of medical terminology. + Skilled in using MS Windows and Office applications such as Access, Outlook, Excel, and Word. + Excellent interpersonal skills. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Experience with IRB communications and submissions. + Ability to maintain essential documents. + Patient recruitment skills. + Knowledge of protocol design for prescreening eligible patients. + Experience with oncology, clinical research, EMR, data management, and document handling. + Experience with case report forms, clinical trials, chart review, and prescreening patients. + BS/BA in life sciences or an educational equivalent and/or relevant work experience in a clinical environment or medical setting. + Tech-savvy with the ability to perform tasks such as prescreening referrals, reviewing charts from site databases, entry and query resolution, visit scheduling and reminders, updating study portals, patient education, community outreach, upkeep of regulatory binders, processing and shipping labs, maintaining study supplies, and administrative tasks. Work Environment This position is office-based, with a flexible part-time schedule that could include Mondays, Thursdays, and either Tuesdays or Wednesdays, totaling 24 hours per week. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Troy, NY. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $33.00 - $34.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Troy,NY. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 10, 2026. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.