Associate Clinical Research Coordinator

Job Summary

Captures non-therapeutic clinical research protocols under direction from the Principal Investigator and senior staff, ensuring compliance with regulatory laws and institutional guidelines.

Specific Responsibilities

• Coordinates schedules and monitors research activities and subject preparation for minimal risk studies.
• Supports CRC senior staff in the recruitment, screening, eligibility determination process, enrollment of trial participants, and collection of participant information.
• Performs supportive administrative and regulatory duties related to the study, as assigned by senior staff.
• Recognizes adverse events, protocol deviations, and other unanticipated problems and reports as appropriate.
• Collects, abstracts, and enters research data.

Minimum Competencies

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant area of study required.
• Experience working with patients and families in clinical settings preferred.
• Knowledge of biology or medicine gained through education or prior work experience preferred.
• Must demonstrate strong written/verbal communication skills and cultural sensitivity.

Benefits

At Northwestern, we are proud to provide meaningful and competitive benefits. The available benefits package for this position will include health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; paid vacation and holidays; paid medical/sick and parental leave; tuition benefits for the employee and dependents; pre-tax and flex spending accounts for commuting and dependent care; generous retirement savings options; and wellness programs. For a comprehensive overview of available benefits, including eligibility details, visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/index.html.

Work-Life & Wellness

Northern Illinois University offers comprehensive programs and services to help you and your family navigate life’s challenges and opportunities and adopt and maintain healthy lifestyles. We support flexible work arrangements where possible and programs to help you locate and pay for quality, affordable childcare and senior/adult care. For a comprehensive overview of available programs, visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/work-life/index.html.

Professional Growth & Development

Northern Illinois University supports employee career development in all circumstances whether your workspace is on campus or at home. If you’re interested in developing your professional potential or continuing your formal education, we offer a variety of tools and resources. For a comprehensive overview of available resources, visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/learning/index.html.

Pay

Target hiring range for this position will be between $51,350-$60,000. Offered salary will be determined by the applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Schedule

Not specified.