Clinical Research Outreach Coordinator

About the role

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Clinical Research Outreach Coordinator Intern to support our clinical research team in assisting with participant recruitment. This internship provides valuable hands-on experience in clinical research operations, healthcare communications, and patient engagement while working alongside experienced clinical research professionals.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing outreach strategies to increase awareness of ongoing clinical research studies.
• Respond to participant inquiries and provide accurate information regarding clinical studies.
• Maintain outreach databases and track recruitment metrics.
• Ensure all outreach activities comply with HIPAA, institutional policies, and ethical research standards.
• Support participant recruitment efforts through community outreach, educational events, social media, and digital communication.
• Assist patients with their needs and/or personal needs.
• Observe HIPAA for the protection of patient privacy.
• Provide general administrative support to the Clinical Operations Department and assistance to the Clinical Trial.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational abilities.
• Comfortable speaking with patients and community members.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel).
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Strong attention to detail and professionalism.

Preferred

• Pursuing a Bachelor's in Public Health, Biology, Health Sciences, Nursing, Communications, Psychology, Marketing, Healthcare Administration, or a related field.
• High School Diploma (unless currently in high school).
• Bilingual or multilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
• Passionate about improving healthcare through research.
• Friendly, outgoing, and community-oriented.
• Organized and dependable.
• Adaptable in a fast-paced environment.
• Curious, eager to learn, and proactive in solving problems.
• Familiarity with social media platforms and digital marketing.
• Knowledge of HIPAA or Good Clinical Practice (GCP) is a plus but not required.

Learning Opportunities

As a Clinical Research Outreach Coordinator Intern, you will gain experience in clinical research operations, patient recruitment and retention strategies, community engagement and healthcare outreach, regulatory and ethical aspects of clinical research, healthcare marketing and communications, cross-functional collaboration with physicians, coordinators, and research staff, and data tracking and recruitment analytics.