Clinical Research Coordinator

Job Summary

Key Responsibilities

• Cook up day-to-day clinical research activities to ensure study protocols are followed.
• Recruit, screen, and enroll study participants.
• Obtain informed consent and ensure ethical conduct in all study interactions.
• Collect, process, and ship biological specimens per protocol (e.g., blood draws, urine samples).
• Perform basic clinical procedures as permitted by certification (e.g., vital signs, EKGs).
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in case report forms and electronic databases.
• Communicate with sponsors, monitors, and IRBs regarding study progress and compliance.
• Schedule participant visits and follow-ups; ensure visit windows are met.
• Maintain regulatory documents and assist with IRB submissions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a health-related field required.
• At least 1–2 years of experience in clinical research preferred.
• Phlebotomy certification or Medical Assistant (MA) certification preferred.
• Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and regulatory guidelines.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and electronic data capture systems (e.g., REDCap, EDC platforms).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in clinical trials, especially in a hospital or academic setting.
• Familiarity with IRB processes and clinical trial documentation.
• Bilingual skills (depending on patient population) may be a plus.