Clinical Research Coordinator III- School of Medicine, Emergency Medicine

About the Role

Independently manages significant and key aspects of a large clinical trial or all aspects of one or more small trials, or research projects. Oversees data management, interfaces with research participants, and resolves issues related to study protocols. Authorizes purchases for supplies and equipment maintenance. Develops strategies for promoting, recruiting, and retaining research participants in long-term clinical trials.

Periodically audits operations, including laboratory procedures, to ensure compliance with applicable regulations; provides leadership in identifying and implementing corrective actions. Monitors IRB submissions, responds to requests, and interfaces with study sponsors. Reports serious adverse events (SAEs) and resolves study queries. Provides leadership in improving policies and processes. Assists in developing grant proposals and protocols.

With appropriate credentialing and training, may perform phlebotomy, specimen collection, or diagnostics. May perform supervisory duties. Position tasks are generally required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location, with potential for remote work options at department discretion.

Responsibilities

• Manage significant aspects of large clinical trials or all aspects of small trials/research projects.
• Train and guide less experienced staff.
• Oversee data management for research projects.
• Interface with research participants and resolve protocol-related issues.
• Authorize purchases for supplies and equipment maintenance.
• Develop and implement strategies for participant recruitment and retention.
• Audit laboratory procedures and operations to ensure regulatory compliance; lead corrective actions.
• Monitor IRB submissions and respond to requests.
• Interface with study sponsors, report SAEs, and resolve study queries.
• Recommend and implement improvements to policies and processes.
• Assist in developing grant proposals and protocols.
• Perform phlebotomy, specimen collection, or diagnostics with proper credentialing.
• Perform supervisory duties as required.
• On-call work required.

Requirements

Minimum qualifications include one of the following:

• High School Diploma or GED and seven years of clinical research experience.
• Two years of college in a scientific, health-related, or business administration program and five years of clinical research experience.
• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and four years of clinical research experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific, health-related, or business administration program and three years of clinical research experience.
• Master’s degree, MD, or PhD in a scientific, health-related, or business administration program and one year of clinical research experience.

Certified Research Administrator (CRA) or Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) preferred. Clinical training requirements must be tracked and monitored through Emory Healthcare under the credentialing category of Clinical Researcher.

Preferred experience in a clinical environment, including emergency department, neurology, and/or critical care.