Research Assistant

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated Research Assistant with a strong scientific background who is interested in gaining hands-on experience in clinical research, medical care, and academic publishing.

This role is ideal for a gap year or pre-med candidate who wants meaningful exposure to research, patient care, and the process of producing publishable scientific work.

You will work directly with a facial plastic surgeon in a fast-paced, innovation-driven clinical environment focused on aesthetics, regenerative medicine, and longevity.

What You Will Do

This is a hybrid role combining clinical research, medical assistant duties, and academic writing.

Clinical Research Responsibilities

• Assist in designing and executing clinical trials
• Participate in writing study protocols, materials & methods, and grant proposals
• Support IRB submissions and research documentation
• Coordinate and schedule patients for clinical trials
• Manage patient recruitment, enrollment, and follow-ups
• Collect and record clinical data, measurements, and outcomes
• Assist in study analysis and manuscript preparation

Publications & Academic Work

• Contribute to peer-reviewed publications
• Opportunity to be first or second author on papers
• High performers may contribute to multiple publications per year (up to 5–6)

Clinical / Medical Assistant Duties

• Room patients and assist with clinical flow
• Take standardized medical photography (training provided)
• Conduct patient interviews and document SOAP notes
• Assist with general patient care and procedures

What You Will Learn

• End-to-end clinical trial execution
• Scientific writing and publishing
• Grant writing and research design
• Medical photography and documentation
• Patient interaction in an aesthetic medical setting

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who is curious, driven, and proactive.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or in progress) in Biology, Molecular Biology, or related field
• Prior research experience
• Publications (preferred but not required)
• Interest in medicine, aesthetics, or clinical research

Key Traits

• Strong writing and analytical skills
• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Comfortable using AI tools for research and productivity
• Resourceful and able to problem-solve independently
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Enthusiastic about learning and taking initiative

Compensation & Schedule

• Pay: $23–$26/hour (based on experience)
• Schedule: Part-time preferred (open to full-time for the right candidate)
• Start Date: Immediate

Why This Role

This is not a passive assistant role. You will be directly involved in:

• Publishing scientific work
• Running clinical trials
• Developing skills that strengthen medical school applications and research careers

Work Location: In person