Clinical Research Study Coordinator

About This Job

You shape the future of medicine in this role by driving vital Clinical Research Study Coordinator initiatives. You manage day-to-day study operations, connect patients with life-changing therapies, and ensure that every phase of research meets the highest standards of safety and ethics. Your work protects participants, advances medical science, and delivers reliable data that transforms health outcomes.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Facilitates all aspects of Clinical Trials from start-up to close-out while maintaining strict adherence to study protocols.
• Navigates Institutional Review Board (IRB) submissions, amendments, and continuing reviews to ensure timely approval and compliance.
• Obtains proper Informed Consent from participants by explaining study procedures, risks, and benefits clearly.
• Accelerates Patient Recruitment efforts by screening candidates, managing outreach, and building trusting relationships with participants.
• Delivers compassionate Patient Care throughout the trial lifecycle, monitoring participant well-being and reporting adverse events promptly.
• Executes accurate Data Collection and manages Electronic Data Capture (EDC) systems to maintain pristine study records.
• Applies expert Medical Terminology to document clinical findings and coordinate care with medical staff.
• Maintains unwavering Regulatory Compliance by following Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines during every study phase.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Holds a bachelor's degree in a science, healthcare, or related field.
• Completes certification as a Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC or CCRP) or obtains it within one year of hire.

Experience

• Manages clinical research studies in a healthcare or academic setting.
• Coordinates patient care and navigates complex study protocols.
• Interacts with regulatory bodies and submits documentation to institutional boards.

Knowledge/Skills

• Understands Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and federal research regulations.
• Communicates effectively with patients, physicians, and cross-functional teams.
• Uses Electronic Data Capture (EDC) software and clinical trial management systems.
• Demonstrates strong organization and problem-solving abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Brings two or more years of direct Clinical Trials experience.
• Masters complex Medical Terminology in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Demonstrates a proven track record in successful Patient Recruitment.

Physical Requirements/Work Conditions

• Works primarily in a standard office and clinical environment.
• Stands or walks for extended periods during participant visits.
• Operates a computer and other office productivity machinery.
• Lifts or moves up to twenty pounds occasionally.

Role Overview

This role drives vital clinical research initiatives by managing day-to-day study operations from start-up to close-out while ensuring strict adherence to protocols and safety standards. Responsibilities include navigating IRB submissions, obtaining informed consent, accelerating patient recruitment, delivering compassionate patient care, and executing accurate data collection using Electronic Data Capture (EDC) systems. The position requires unwavering regulatory compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines to protect participants and deliver reliable data that advances medical science.

Qualifications & Requirements

Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in a science, healthcare, or related field and possess or obtain a Clinical Research Coordinator certification (CCRC or CCRP) within one year of hire. The ideal applicant brings experience managing clinical research in a healthcare or academic setting, a strong understanding of federal research regulations, and effective communication skills. Preferred qualifications include two or more years of direct clinical trials experience, mastery of medical terminology, and a proven track record in patient recruitment.