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Clinical Trial Assistant

Smartrecruiters
smartrecruiters
2+ years
Not Disclosed
Chesterfield, USA
10 Feb. 18, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc./ M.Sc./ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ Life Sciences Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Clinical Trial Assistant

Location: Chesterfield
Company: EVERSANA
Employment Type: Full-Time
Department: Patient Services
Job Family: Clinical Research

Job Overview
The Clinical Trial Assistant (CTA) supports clinical research operations by ensuring compliance, maintaining trial documentation, and providing logistical and administrative support for clinical studies. This role plays a critical part in the execution of clinical trials by managing study records, coordinating with investigators and trial sites, handling investigational product supplies, and ensuring adherence to Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and regulatory requirements.

Clinical trials are highly regulated research studies designed to evaluate the safety and efficacy of new medications and medical devices. The Clinical Trial Assistant ensures operational efficiency, accurate documentation, and compliance with study protocols while supporting patient services and clinical research activities.

This position is suitable for early-career professionals in clinical research, healthcare operations, or life sciences seeking experience in pharmaceutical development and clinical trial management.

Key Responsibilities

  • Monitor clinical study activities to ensure compliance with study protocols and regulatory requirements.

  • Maintain clinical trial documentation including case report forms, regulatory records, drug dispensation logs, and study files.

  • Support investigational drug and medical device ordering, inventory management, and distribution.

  • Coordinate with clinical sites, investigators, sponsors, and study coordinators.

  • Assist with preparation and participation in quality assurance audits and inspections.

  • Maintain organized study equipment and supplies.

  • Support study protocol development and data collection processes.

  • Identify protocol deviations and assist in issue resolution and corrective actions.

  • Dispense investigational products and provide dosage instructions where applicable.

  • Manage medication and supply inventory, including storage, expiration tracking, and restocking.

  • Coordinate shipment, packaging, and delivery of study medications and patient prescriptions.

  • Ensure accurate labeling and shipment documentation for study materials.

  • Provide logistical support for clinical trial operations and patient services.

  • Maintain communication records and study correspondence documentation.

Operational and Compliance Responsibilities

  • Organize and archive clinical trial documentation, including protocols, standard operating procedures, and training materials.

  • Administer clinical trials in accordance with Good Clinical Practice and standard operating procedures.

  • Process subject and site orders and coordinate delivery of investigational products.

  • Inspect inventory for quality, integrity, and expiration compliance.

  • Maintain compliance with state and federal pharmacy regulations.

  • Support medication inventory tracking and shipment status management.

  • Ensure a positive patient and client experience throughout the clinical trial process.

Education Requirements

  • Associate’s degree in health sciences, biological sciences, life sciences, or related field.

Experience Required

  • Prior experience in healthcare, pharmacy operations, or life sciences required.

  • Clinical trial or clinical research experience preferred.

  • Entry-level to 2+ years of relevant experience in clinical research, healthcare operations, or pharmaceutical environments is typically suitable.

  • Current State of Missouri Pharmacy Technician Registration required.

Required Skills and Competencies

  • Strong understanding of clinical research processes and regulatory compliance.

  • High attention to detail and accuracy in documentation and administrative tasks.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

  • Strong organizational and time management capabilities.

  • Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

  • Knowledge of pharmacy operations and investigational product handling is advantageous.

Work Environment and Expectations

  • Standard work schedule of 40 hours per week.

  • Combination of office and warehouse work environment.

  • Physical responsibilities may include standing, walking, lifting materials, and handling inventory.

  • Occasional travel may be required.

About the Organization
EVERSANA is a global provider of integrated commercialization services for the life sciences industry. The organization supports pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies in bringing innovative therapies to market and improving patient outcomes worldwide through clinical, regulatory, medical, and commercial solutions.