Entry-Level Project Coordinator (Study Start-Up)
About the role
We are seeking full-time, office-based Project Coordinators to join our Regulatory Submissions/Study Start-Up team. In this position, you will work independently and collaboratively to manage timelines, meet goals, and play a key role in the clinical trial management and study start-up process. This is an exciting, entry-level opportunity to build a foundation in the clinical research industry and grow your career through our robust training program.
Responsibilities
- Communicate with research sites (doctor's offices, universities, hospitals, etc.) to collect all essential documents required before the site begins to screen patients to participate in the clinical trial;
- Maintain and perform ongoing quality review of trial documents within the Trial Master File (TMF);
- Collaborate with Medpace internal employees including CTMs, CRAs, and Contract Specialists to manage the study start-up process;
- Collect, review, organize, and assemble regulatory start-up submissions (includes submissions to Institutional Review Boards);
- Gain exposure to multiple therapeutic areas including but not limited to Oncology/Hematology, Cardiovascular, and Metabolic;
- Maintain timelines for study start-up through internal team collaboration.
Site Activation & Maintenance (SAM) Training Program
Medpace training programs are curated to educate and support both experienced associates and those new to the industry. The SAM Training Program embraces evidence-based learning and development models to advance professional learning and employee performance. In the program, you will:
- Complete independent learning modules, interactive exercises, and team workshops through the core curriculum;
- Gain exposure to real-world tasks through a robust mentoring program;
- Join other professionals revolutionizing efficient and seamless study start-up to advance clinical trials.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree is required (Life Sciences field preferred);
- Some experience in an office setting is preferred;
- Excellent organizational and prioritization skills;
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office;
- Great attention to detail and excellent oral and written communication skills.
Travel: None
About Medpace
Medpace is a full-service clinical contract research organization (CRO) providing phase I-IV clinical development services to the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and medical device industries. Our mission is to accelerate the global development of safe and effective medical therapeutics through the advancement of clinical research. We leverage in-country regulatory and therapeutic expertise across all major therapeutic areas including oncology, cardiology, metabolic, endocrinology, central nervous system, and anti-viral and anti-infective. Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, we employ more than 6,500 people across 40+ countries.
Why Medpace?
- Purpose-Driven Work: Work alongside physicians, scientists, and industry-leading experts committed to advancing the global development of medical therapeutics through clinical research excellence.
- Collaborative Culture: Contribute to an interactive team environment that empowers decision-making, creative thinking, and continuous learning through open communication and mutual trust. Leadership throughout Medpace is both accessible and approachable.
- Continuous Growth & Development:
- Office-based environment with on-site mentors;
- Defined career paths with clear advancement opportunities;
- Industry-renowned onboarding and training programs designed to accelerate professional development;
- Ongoing training and continuous learning opportunities throughout your career;
- An environment that encourages employees to influence change, contribute ideas, and grow quickly.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation programs that recognize and reward performance;
- Comprehensive health, wellness, retirement, and PTO benefits;
- Office-based culture with occasional work-from-home flexibility for eligible positions after training;
- Company-sponsored social events and intramural sports.
Cincinnati Headquarters Experience
- A modern corporate campus designed to support collaboration and productivity;
- Multiple on-site dining options in the heart of Madison Square;
- Free on-site parking;
- Convenient access to on-site 24-7 fitness and wellness facilities.