Clinical Research Coordinator job description

Job brief

A clinical research coordinator with excellent organization and attention to detail is needed to join our research team.

You will manage and coordinate clinical research studies in your capacity as a clinical research coordinator.

You will work closely with research personnel, clinicians, and study participants to ensure that studies are executed safely, quickly, and in compliance with all regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain study protocols and case report forms.
• Recruit and screen study participants per study criteria.
• Obtain informed consent from study participants and explain study procedures.
• Collect and manage study data, including adverse events and other safety-related information.
• Monitor study participant compliance and follow-up visits.
• Manage study supplies, equipment, and inventory.
• Assist with preparing and submitting study-related documentation to regulatory agencies and institutional review boards.
• Collaborate with study sponsors and principal investigators to ensure that studies are conducted according to protocol.
• Communicate study progress to research staff and other stakeholders.
• Ensure that study data is collected and managed in accordance with regulatory requirements and study protocol.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific or healthcare-related field
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Clinical Research Coordinator or in a related role
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work well under pressure and within strict timelines
• Familiarity with clinical research regulations, including FDA regulations and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines
• Knowledge of clinical research protocols, case report forms, and study procedures
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other relevant software applications

Note: Job requirements may vary depending on the employer and specific research setting. Certification in clinical research (e.g., Certified Clinical Research Coordinator or Certified Clinical Research Professional) is preferred.