Explore rewarding and impactful career opportunities as a Research Associate - Certified Phlebotomy Technician. This unique hybrid role sits at the critical intersection of clinical healthcare and scientific discovery, combining hands-on patient care with meticulous research support. Professionals in this field are essential to the advancement of medical science, ensuring the integrity of the biological data that fuels studies, clinical trials, and new treatments. For individuals with a passion for detail, a commitment to patient comfort, and a drive to contribute to medical progress, these jobs offer a stable and fulfilling career path with significant growth potential. A Research Associate - CPT is primarily responsible for the safe, efficient, and accurate collection of blood specimens from study participants or patients within a research setting. This goes beyond standard phlebotomy, requiring a deep understanding of specific research protocols. Daily duties typically include identifying and recruiting potential study participants, obtaining informed consent, performing venipuncture and capillary draws, and meticulously processing and preparing specimens for analysis. This involves precise labeling, centrifugation, aliquoting, and proper storage or shipment, all while adhering to strict chain-of-custody procedures and regulatory standards like Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and HIPAA. Maintaining detailed documentation and electronic data entry related to sample collection is a fundamental part of the role. The typical requirements for these specialized jobs include a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) credential, and often prior experience in a clinical or research environment. Key skills are dual-focused: exceptional technical proficiency in phlebotomy techniques with difficult draws, coupled with strong organizational and analytical abilities. Successful candidates possess keen attention to detail, superb communication skills to interact calmly with diverse participants, and the ability to follow complex research protocols with unwavering accuracy. Physical stamina for prolonged standing and a commitment to maintaining a sterile, safe workspace are also essential. As a Research Associate - Certified Phlebotomy Technician, you become a vital link in the research pipeline, where your expertise directly contributes to the reliability of data and the future of healthcare. Discover how your certification can open doors to these crucial and respected jobs in the expanding field of clinical research.
