Research Assistant

Ambrosia Behavioral Health is revolutionizing behavioral, substance use, and eating disorder treatment for adolescents and adults by combining cutting edge neuroscience and precision diagnostics with compassionate, evidence-based therapies. Guided by our core values—Compassion, Excellence, and Innovation—we provide individualized, holistic, trauma-informed care in a supportive and healing environment that improves patient outcomes and empowers patients toward long-term recovery.

On-site, West Palm Beach, FL

We are seeking a Research Assistant to support outpatient clinical research and neuroscience-based services. This role will assist with clinical research studies, participant coordination, data collection, laboratory procedures, and neuroscience services including TMS, qEEG/brain mapping, and neurofeedback.

The ideal candidate has strong behavioral health experience, is organized, detail-oriented, compassionate, and eager to build expertise in clinical research and neuroscience within a fast-paced outpatient environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the coordination and implementation of outpatient clinical research studies.
• Recruit and screen research participants according to study protocols.
• Coordinate participant scheduling, reminders, visit preparation, and study materials.
• Maintain accurate research databases, medical records, source documentation, and regulatory files.
• Assist with informed consent processes under the direction of qualified clinical staff.
• Perform and assist with neuroscience procedures, including qEEG/brain mapping, neurofeedback, and TMS.
• Prepare treatment and research rooms, equipment, supplies, and participant materials.
• Process laboratory specimens according to study protocols and maintain laboratory documentation.
• Develop proficiency in phlebotomy and assist with specimen collection as needed.
• Monitor laboratory results and promptly communicate critical or abnormal findings to the appropriate medical provider.
• Ensure research and patient records are complete, accurate, and maintained in accordance with HIPAA and study requirements.
• Assist with regulatory documentation, audits, monitoring visits, sponsor visits, and inspections.
• Follow study protocols, SOPs, GCP, HIPAA, OSHA, Joint Commission, IRB, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Report protocol deviations and adverse events promptly.
• Maintain confidentiality and provide a professional, compassionate experience for research participants.
• Participate in required training and continuing education.

Qualifications

• Previous professional experience in behavioral health is strongly preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, Neuroscience, Biology, Public Health, or a related field preferred.
• Experience working with individuals with mental health and/or substance use disorders is strongly preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic medical records.
• Ability and willingness to learn clinical research procedures and neuroscience technologies.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Previous phlebotomy experience preferred.
• Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP), HIPAA, and informed consent procedures preferred.
• Familiarity with qEEG, neurofeedback, TMS, or other neuromodulation therapies is a plus.
• Ability to pass a Level 2 background check**:** HB531 | Florida Agency for Health Care Administration

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k)