Clinical Research Coordinator 1 - Brain and Metabolism Imaging

About Us

Pennington Biomedical Research Center, a world-renowned academic research institute of Louisiana State University, is located within state-of-the-art research facilities on a 222-acre campus in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The Center conducts basic, clinical, and population research, focusing on understanding the causes of obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, cancer, and dementia.

Major Responsibilities

• Coordinate and execute study activities in collaboration with the project manager, data manager, investigators, and research team to ensure study milestones, recruitment targets, and project deliverables are achieved according to established timelines.
• Coverage of participant screening, eligibility determination, informed consent discussions and documentation, enrollment, and study visit coordination in accordance with study protocols, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and timely study records within electronic data capture systems; perform data quality reviews, query resolution, and source document verification to ensure data integrity and protocol compliance.
• Aid in the preparation, maintenance, and organization of regulatory and study-related documents, including study protocols, manuals of procedures, training materials, recruitment materials, and Institutional Review Board (IRB) submissions.
• Generate and maintain study reports, recruitment metrics, safety reports, progress updates, and other project documentation for investigators, sponsors, and regulatory oversight.
• Collaborate with investigators and research team members to achieve study milestones, prepare study reports and materials, support monitoring and audit activities, and contribute to the successful execution of large-scale research studies.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Health Sciences, Biological Sciences, Psychology, Kinesiology, Nursing, Nutrition, Social Sciences, or a related field.
• Interest in, and exposure to, clinical research, healthcare, public health, and/or community-based research.
• Experience interacting with participants, patients, clients, or community members in a professional setting.
• Strong organizational, time management, and project coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively with diverse populations, community partners, investigators, and research staff.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and the ability to learn electronic data capture and research management systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two (2) years of experience in clinical research, healthcare, public health, community-based research, and/or participant recruitment, which can include internships, academic research, or work in a clinical or research lab setting.
• Demonstrated ability to collect, document, and maintain accurate records and data with strong attention to detail.
• Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP), human subjects protections, informed consent procedures, and Institutional Review Board (IRB) requirements.
• Experience using electronic data capture systems (e.g., REDCap), clinical trial management systems, or other research databases.