Research Assistant

Join a collaborative team at the Clinical Trials Unit of Benaroya Research Institute (BRI), where your work will directly support cutting-edge clinical research in partnership with Virginia Mason physicians. Our studies focus on a variety of specialties including Neurology, Asthma/Allergy, and Cardiology.    

This role offers exposure to a wide range of clinical trials across various phases of development. You will be part of a supportive, team-oriented environment with unparalleled support from our physicians, clinic staff, and dedicated study teams. We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Research Assistant to support our Clinical Research Coordinators in executing high-quality research protocols.

The work schedule may vary – it is typically Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with a 30-minute lunch break.

Administrative and Research Support

• Assist in study start-up processes
• Maintain and organize regulatory documents
• Collect and track financial disclosure forms
• Manage Study equipment to make sure we are fully stocked with all components.
• Manage Stipend, Travel reimbursement, and parking vouchers for all research subjects.
• Manage all Laboratory Kits for all studies including ordering new kits and tearing down expired kits.
• Complete case report forms (CRFs) accurately and on time
• Transport study materials (test articles) between the pharmacy and patient areas

Clinical and Participant Interaction

• Conduct blood draws, take vitals, and perform EKGs
• Process and aliquot biological samples
• Support participant recruitment, screening, and scheduling
• Assist with study-specific testing and data collection, including questionnaires and specialty exams      

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Strong computer, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to work collaboratively and multitask in a fast-paced research environment
• Prior experience in healthcare or clinical research is preferred

$21.69 to $30.14 per hour

• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts: health care, dependent care, commuter
• Short and long-term disability
• Life and AD&D insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan with matching funds after one year of employment
• PTO: 13 holidays, three weeks of vacation and two weeks of sick leave per year
• Employee assistance program
• Educational assistance program
• Subsidized ORCA pass
• Wellness benefits
• Voluntary benefits

The Clinical Research Program (CRP) at Benaroya Research Institute (BRI) works together with clinicians at Virginia Mason Medical Center to bring clinical research opportunities to patients, giving them access to clinical trials for over 100 different conditions including in the areas of cancer, digestive disease, cardiology, and neuroscience and spine. BRI’s CRP oversees all clinical research at Virginia Mason Medical Center, combining the expertise of a world-renowned research institute with remarkable health care to support studies that contribute to improving the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease.

BRI is a nonprofit research institute based in Seattle and affiliated with Virginia Mason Franciscan Health. Our core values of persistent inquiry; innovation and agility; constant collaboration; and integrity and respect are the foundation of our workplace culture. All team members work together to support patients and clinicians with the goal of better health outcomes for all.

At BRI, each individual is valued as an important contributor to our vision and mission. Consider making a difference by joining our team. Because together, we are powering possibility.

To learn more, visit benaroyaresearch.org and connect with us on LinkedIn, Bluesky, Instagram, Threads, Facebook and YouTube.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

If you need an accommodation or assistance completing the online application, please contact Human Resources at 206-342-6547 or email jobs@benaroyaresearch.org. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.