Job Description

When our values align, there's no limit to what we can achieve.

At Parexel, we all share the same goal - to improve the world's health. From clinical trials to regulatory, consulting, and market access, every clinical development solution we provide is underpinned by something special - a deep conviction in what we do.

Each of us, no matter what we do at Parexel, contributes to the development of a therapy that ultimately will benefit a patient. We take our work personally, we do it with empathy and we're committed to making a difference.

Are you organized, detail-oriented, and thrive in a fast-paced healthcare environment? We're looking for a dedicated Clinical Research Operations Assistant to support our Early Phase Clinical Unit (EPCU) and help deliver exceptional care to our study participants.

This is a fixed-term contract for 12 months, with the possibility of conversion to a permanent position.

About the Role

This is a diverse, multi-functional position where no two days are the same. You'll be the backbone of our operations, managing three key areas:

Kitchen Operations

• Distribute meals and beverages to study participants with precision, following strict study protocols

• Maintain meticulous records of food and beverage distribution times and consumption

• Ensure food quality and safety through expiry date checks and proper storage

• Coordinate with caterers and manage kitchen inventory

• Operate specialized kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.

Reception & Hospitality

• Welcome and support study volunteers, visitors, and suppliers with professionalism and warmth

• Manage volunteer check-ins, check-outs, and coordinate their experience

• Handle administrative tasks including visitor logs, ID management, and remuneration processing

• Arrange volunteer activities and manage appointments

• Serve as a key point of contact and mediator between volunteers and clinical staff.

Warehouse & Logistics

• Receive, inspect, and organize incoming clinical goods and study medications

• Maintain accurate inventory of consumables and stationery

• Identify and manage expiring stock efficiently

• Prepare and label clinical collection materials

• Perform quality control checks and coordinate with procurement on delivery issues.

Required Qualifications:

• Fluent German and basic English proficiency (written and spoken)

• Proficiency with Windows Office applications

• Ability to multitask and work effectively under pressure

• Flexibility to work shifts (early, late) and weekends/holidays as required

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Competency in operating kitchen equipment and machinery with health and safety awareness

• Secondary school qualification or equivalent.

Experience:

• Background in restaurant, canteen, or hospitality work, OR

• Experience in office administration or reception, OR

• Experience in a hospital or medical environment.

If you're reliable, adaptable, and passionate about supporting clinical research, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now to become part of the Parexel EPCU team!