Clinical Research Assistant Jobs in Cincinnati, OH
Clinical Research Assistant jobs in Cincinnati are concentrated in the medical corridor stretching through Avondale, Clifton, and the University of Cincinnati Health district, driven by major academic medical centers, contract research organizations, and biopharma firms. Employers hiring right now include Cincinnati Children's Hospital, Medpace, and Velocity Clinical Research. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Top employerCincinnati Children's Hospital
Work type100% On-site
Top credentialBLS Certification
Companies hiring6
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Clinical Research Assistant
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Velocity Clinical Research, Inc.
Clinical Research Assistant
Cincinnati, Ohio
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Clinical Research Coordinator I
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Velocity Clinical Research, Inc.
Clinical Research Coordinator I
Cincinnati, Ohio
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Lead Research Data Scientist - Multimodal Clinical Data
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Cincinnati Children's Hospital
Lead Research Data Scientist - Multimodal Clinical Data
Cincinnati, Ohio
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Neonatology - Clinical & Research Opportunities
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Cincinnati Children's Hospital
Neonatology - Clinical & Research Opportunities
Cincinnati, Ohio
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Clinical Research Coordinator III/IV - Bone Marrow Transplantation
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Cincinnati Children's Hospital
Clinical Research Coordinator III/IV - Bone Marrow Transplantation
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Clinical Research Assistant
Velocity Clinical Research, Inc.·Cincinnati, Ohio
Job functions:
On-Site
High school diploma or GED
201-500 employees
Job Description
Velocity Clinical Research is an owned and integrated research site organization, providing excellence in patient care, high quality data and fully integrated research sites. At Velocity, we align our values and behaviors to give our employees the best chance of delivering on our brand promise: to bring innovative medical treatments to patients. We are committed to making clinical trials succeed by generating high quality data from as many patients as possible, as quickly as possible while providing exemplary patient care at every step.
As an employee of Velocity, you are the most integral part of our mission. For talented candidates who perform at a high level, Velocity will invest to support career advancement and reward performance. Whether you are new to clinical research or are an industry veteran, we invite you to apply to Velocity.
Benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, paid time off and company holidays, 401(k) retirement plan with company-match, and an annual incentive program.
Summary:
The Clinical Research Assistant assists the Clinical Operations Team in a multi-functional capacity to carry out all assigned tasks associated with the collection, documentation, and maintenance of clinical data including phlebotomy/laboratory, data entry and administrative responsibilities.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Assist in the conduct of clinical trials in accordance with the study protocol, GCP, ICH Guidelines, and Velocity’s SOPs
- Perform venipuncture, capillary puncture and/or other fluid collection within scope of the protocol and local law and regulations
- With supervision, perform clinical assessments (vital signs, phlebotomy, ECG, etc) within scope of the protocol, local law and regulations
- Process, package and ship laboratory specimens as required per protocol and IATA regulations, if applicable
- Track, order and maintain inventory of all laboratory and study related supplies throughout course of the clinical trial
- Enter source data into the sponsor's and/or vendor’s data portal and resolve basic queries in a timely manner under the direction of the Clinical Research Coordinator
- Communicate with coworkers, leadership, study subjects, sponsors, CROs, and vendors under the direction of the Clinical Research Team
- Understand good documentation practices when collecting, transferring data to sponsor/CRO data capture systems and resolving queries under the direction of the Clinical Research Coordinator
- Understand the informed consent process with emphasis on ensuring initial and ongoing consent of study subjects
- Understand basic elements of regulatory documentation required to initiate, maintain and close a clinical research trial
- Understand and participate in patient recruiting tasks including but not limited to prescreening potential subjects for clinical research trials either via phone or in person
- Maintain confidentiality of patient protected health information, sponsor confidential information and Velocity confidential information
- Ability to escalate potential patient safety issues such as adverse events, serious adverse events, and adverse events of special interest to the Clinical Research Team
- Cleaning, organizing, and disinfecting the patient care, lab and lab equipment areas as needed
- Prepare source document charts, copy and/or file medical records and study related documents as required.
- Perform front office duties as needed including but not limited to answering phones, scheduling subjects, making reminder calls and updating patient tracking systems.
- Other duties as assigned
Education/Experience:
- High School Graduate and/or technical degree with minimum of 1 year of relevant experience in life sciences industry
Required Licenses/Certifications:
- Phlebotomy if applicable and required by state law
- Intramuscular dose administration and preparation if applicable and required by state law
Required Skills:
- Demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology
- Demonstrated ability to use the following technology: Computers, Microsoft Office software, fax, copier, and multi-line telephone.
- Understanding of verbal, written, and organizational skills
- Demonstrated ability to work as a team player
- Demonstrated ability to read, write, and speak English
- Demonstrated ability to multi-task
- Demonstrated ability to follow written guidelines
- Demonstrated ability to be flexible/adapt as daily schedule may change rapidly
Required Physical Abilities:
- Sit or stand for long periods of time
- Communicate in person and by a telephone
- Limited walking required
- Limited to lifting up to 30 pounds
NOTE: The above Job Description is intended to communicate the general function of the mentioned position and by no means should be considered an exhaustive or complete outline of the specific tasks and functions that will be required. Additionally, specific tasks and duties of the position are subject to change as the Company, the department and circumstances change. All employees are expected to perform their duties within their ability as required by the job and/or as requested by management.
Velocity Clinical Research, Inc.
Clinical Research Assistant
Cincinnati, Ohio
Added 1d ago201-500 employees
Job functions:
On-Site
High school diploma or GED
Job Description
Velocity Clinical Research is an owned and integrated research site organization, providing excellence in patient care, high quality data and fully integrated research sites. At Velocity, we align our values and behaviors to give our employees the best chance of delivering on our brand promise: to bring innovative medical treatments to patients. We are committed to making clinical trials succeed by generating high quality data from as many patients as possible, as quickly as possible while providing exemplary patient care at every step.
As an employee of Velocity, you are the most integral part of our mission. For talented candidates who perform at a high level, Velocity will invest to support career advancement and reward performance. Whether you are new to clinical research or are an industry veteran, we invite you to apply to Velocity.
Benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, paid time off and company holidays, 401(k) retirement plan with company-match, and an annual incentive program.
Summary:
The Clinical Research Assistant assists the Clinical Operations Team in a multi-functional capacity to carry out all assigned tasks associated with the collection, documentation, and maintenance of clinical data including phlebotomy/laboratory, data entry and administrative responsibilities.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Assist in the conduct of clinical trials in accordance with the study protocol, GCP, ICH Guidelines, and Velocity’s SOPs
- Perform venipuncture, capillary puncture and/or other fluid collection within scope of the protocol and local law and regulations
- With supervision, perform clinical assessments (vital signs, phlebotomy, ECG, etc) within scope of the protocol, local law and regulations
- Process, package and ship laboratory specimens as required per protocol and IATA regulations, if applicable
- Track, order and maintain inventory of all laboratory and study related supplies throughout course of the clinical trial
- Enter source data into the sponsor's and/or vendor’s data portal and resolve basic queries in a timely manner under the direction of the Clinical Research Coordinator
- Communicate with coworkers, leadership, study subjects, sponsors, CROs, and vendors under the direction of the Clinical Research Team
- Understand good documentation practices when collecting, transferring data to sponsor/CRO data capture systems and resolving queries under the direction of the Clinical Research Coordinator
- Understand the informed consent process with emphasis on ensuring initial and ongoing consent of study subjects
- Understand basic elements of regulatory documentation required to initiate, maintain and close a clinical research trial
- Understand and participate in patient recruiting tasks including but not limited to prescreening potential subjects for clinical research trials either via phone or in person
- Maintain confidentiality of patient protected health information, sponsor confidential information and Velocity confidential information
- Ability to escalate potential patient safety issues such as adverse events, serious adverse events, and adverse events of special interest to the Clinical Research Team
- Cleaning, organizing, and disinfecting the patient care, lab and lab equipment areas as needed
- Prepare source document charts, copy and/or file medical records and study related documents as required.
- Perform front office duties as needed including but not limited to answering phones, scheduling subjects, making reminder calls and updating patient tracking systems.
- Other duties as assigned
Education/Experience:
- High School Graduate and/or technical degree with minimum of 1 year of relevant experience in life sciences industry
Required Licenses/Certifications:
- Phlebotomy if applicable and required by state law
- Intramuscular dose administration and preparation if applicable and required by state law
Required Skills:
- Demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology
- Demonstrated ability to use the following technology: Computers, Microsoft Office software, fax, copier, and multi-line telephone.
- Understanding of verbal, written, and organizational skills
- Demonstrated ability to work as a team player
- Demonstrated ability to read, write, and speak English
- Demonstrated ability to multi-task
- Demonstrated ability to follow written guidelines
- Demonstrated ability to be flexible/adapt as daily schedule may change rapidly
Required Physical Abilities:
- Sit or stand for long periods of time
- Communicate in person and by a telephone
- Limited walking required
- Limited to lifting up to 30 pounds
NOTE: The above Job Description is intended to communicate the general function of the mentioned position and by no means should be considered an exhaustive or complete outline of the specific tasks and functions that will be required. Additionally, specific tasks and duties of the position are subject to change as the Company, the department and circumstances change. All employees are expected to perform their duties within their ability as required by the job and/or as requested by management.
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Who's Hiring
- Cincinnati Children's Hospital30
- Medpace15
- Velocity Clinical Research11
- The Christ Hospital Health Network8
- Science 374
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services15
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals8
- Science & Research4
Clinical Research Assistant Jobs in Cincinnati: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a clinical research assistant job in Cincinnati?
Cincinnati's strongest hiring comes from academic medical centers, pediatric hospitals, and contract research organizations concentrated in Avondale and Clifton. Candidates with hands-on experience in patient recruitment, data entry for clinical trials, or IRB documentation stand out locally. Volunteering or interning at one of Cincinnati's hospital systems or research institutes gives you direct exposure to the trial workflows these employers prioritize when screening applicants.
Which companies hire clinical research assistants in Cincinnati?
Companies currently hiring clinical research assistants in Cincinnati include Cincinnati Children's Hospital, Medpace, and Velocity Clinical Research, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Cincinnati's hiring mix includes large academic health systems, specialty CROs with regional offices, and children's research institutes, all of which run ongoing clinical trial programs that require dedicated research support staff.
Are there remote clinical research assistant jobs in Cincinnati?
Yes, but with limits: clinical research assistant roles that involve direct patient contact, specimen handling, or on-site trial monitoring are almost always on-site by nature. About 0% of clinical research assistant openings tied to Cincinnati are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those tend to be data coordination, regulatory document management, or sponsor-facing reporting functions that CROs and biopharma firms in Cincinnati increasingly allow off-site.
How can I get a clinical research assistant job in Cincinnati with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Cincinnati is a part-time research coordinator assistant or clinical trials volunteer role at one of the city's hospital-based research departments in Avondale or Clifton. Cincinnati employers regularly hire candidates with a life sciences degree and completed GCP training even without paid trial experience. Entry-level data entry or patient scheduling positions at local CROs also serve as a common bridge into full research assistant roles.
Which industries hire the most clinical research assistants in Cincinnati?
Most clinical research assistant openings in Cincinnati sit in Healthcare & Medical Services, Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, and Science & Research, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Cincinnati's concentration of academic medical centers, nationally recognized pediatric research programs, and regional CRO offices makes those sectors the primary engine of local clinical research hiring year-round.
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