Clinical Research Coordinator (Onsite) - Trauma Services

This position is located at Cox South Hospital, 3801 S National Ave, Springfield, MO 65807.

About the Organization

CoxHealth is a leading healthcare system serving 25 counties across southwest Missouri and northern Arkansas. The organization includes six hospitals, five emergency rooms, and over 80 clinics. CoxHealth has earned the following honors for workplace excellence:

• Named one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to Work five times
• Named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces, Greatest Workplaces in Healthcare (2025, 2026), Greatest Workplaces for Women (2023, 2024), and Greatest Workplaces for Diversity (2024) by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group
• Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads
• Healthcare Innovation's Top Companies to Work for in Healthcare (2025)

Schedule

• Full-time, 40 hours per week
• Day shift, 08:00 AM – 05:00 PM
• Onsite at Cox South Hospital

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental coverage
• Retirement plan with employer match
• Comprehensive benefits available for employees working 20+ hours per week

For a full list of benefits, visit CoxHealth Benefits.

Responsibilities

The Trauma Research Coordinator is responsible for coordinating, developing, and supporting clinical research activities within the Trauma Services Department. This includes:

• Collaborating with trauma surgeons, advanced practice providers, nursing leadership, trauma registry personnel, quality improvement staff, and external agencies
• Facilitating trauma-related research projects
• Ensuring regulatory compliance
• Promoting evidence-based trauma care
• Supporting state designation requirements and trauma center verification standards
• Contributing to institutional research initiatives

Requirements

Education:

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in a clinical field such as biology or a closely related field
• Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

Experience:

• Preferred: Previous experience in clinical research, trauma services, quality improvement, or healthcare data management

Skills:

• Understanding of IRB processes and regulatory requirements
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment
• Proficiency with database management, Microsoft Office Suite, and statistical software
• Knowledge of trauma systems, trauma center standards, and clinical research methodology

Licensure/Certification/Registration:

• Required: Graduate certificate(s) in Clinical Research, Public Health, Epidemiology, Healthcare Quality and Patient Safety, Health Informatics, Data Analytics, or related disciplines
• Preferred: Professional certification in clinical research or project management