Clinical Study Assistant

Overview

Clinical Study Assistant to support a clinical research project focused on voice recording and collection of personal and health-related data. The role involves recruiting participants across partner hospitals in Luxembourg, interacting with patients, visitors, and healthcare professionals, explaining study objectives and procedures, addressing questions, and supporting on-site inclusion workflows and follow-up visits. The assistant is part of the Clinical & Epidemiological Investigation Center (CIEC) at the Luxembourg Institute of Health (LIH) and will receive comprehensive training on the study protocol, tools, and communication guidelines.

• Approach and inform potential participants (patients, visitors, healthcare staff) within hospital environments.
• Clearly explain study objectives, procedures, and data protection aspects.
• Assess eligibility and guide participants through the consent process.
• Schedule and support voice recording sessions and related data collection.
• Maintain a professional, empathetic, and patient-centered approach at all times.
• Maintain participant retention throughout follow-ups.

• Ensure accurate documentation and data entry in study databases.
• Maintain communication with clinical partners and the study coordination team.
• Assist with logistical aspects (materials, tracking, scheduling).
• Report recruitment progress and potential issues to the Nurse Lead.

• Follow Good Clinical Practice (GCP) principles after training.
• Respect strict confidentiality and GDPR requirements.
• Ensure protocol consistency and high-quality interactions with participants.

• German or Portuguese: fluent or very good level
• French and/or English: good working level
• Luxembourgish: would be an asset

• Strong interpersonal sensitivity and clear communication skills
• Ability to engage effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and varying health situations
• Comfortable interacting in busy hospital environments
• Confident in approaching people and initiating conversations
• Minimum requirement: secondary school diploma (baccalaureate or equivalent)

• Candidates may come from various relevant domains, including but not limited to: healthcare support, social professions, research & clinical support, or any profile with strong communication skills and an interest in clinical research.

• Patience and a strong ethical foundation
• Ability to work autonomously while maintaining strong team spirit
• Proactive and solution-oriented mindset
• Rigorous, trustworthy, and highly respectful of confidentiality

• A concrete role in an innovative research project in Luxembourg
• Full training on study tools and communication guidelines
• Supportive supervision by experienced clinical research staff
• Opportunity to gain or reinforce experience in the field of clinical research