Clinical Research Coordinator

Clinical Research Coordinator

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Clinical Research Coordinator to support and manage clinical research studies focused on liquid biopsy testing for GI cancer detection . This is a patient-facing role requiring hands-on clinical research experience in a site-based research setting where study participants are seen and managed onsite. The ideal candidate will have strong clinical trial experience, excellent organizational skills, and a team-oriented attitude with the flexibility to assist wherever needed.

Schedule: Monday-Friday
Start Time: Flexible between 7:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Must-Have Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of clinical research/clinical trials experience
• Experience working in a patient-facing clinical research environment
• Phlebotomy experience required
• Experience with study documentation, data collection, and regulatory compliance
• Knowledge of clinical trial protocols and FDA guidelines
• Experience processing and shipping biological specimens
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently while supporting a collaborative team environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required (4 years of relevant clinical research experience may be considered in lieu of a degree )
• Experience with pharmaceutical-sponsored clinical trials
• Experience using EMR systems
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience supervising or guiding Research Assistants

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support clinical research studies from patient recruitment through study completion
• Work directly with study participants, investigators, and pharmaceutical sponsors
• Organize research files, study documentation, and project-related data
• Collect, process, and ship blood, urine, and stool specimens according to protocol
• Perform phlebotomy and assist with patient vital signs
• Complete and maintain Case Report Forms (CRFs) in compliance with FDA and study guidelines
• Enter and verify study data to ensure accuracy, integrity, and protocol compliance
• Maintain regulatory binders and required study documentation
• Manage temperature logs and clinical supply inventory
• Order and distribute dry ice as needed for specimen shipments
• Assist with source document preparation and quality control reviews
• Support subject recruitment efforts through chart reviews, phone outreach, and screening activities
• Schedule and coordinate patient visits
• Process laboratory specimens
• Perform Fibroscans upon completion of training
• Ensure referring physicians receive appropriate patient participation notifications
• Submit participant stipend and reimbursement requests
• Provide guidance and support to Research Assistants
• Assist with general office and research department operations as needed

Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will possess:

• A positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Flexibility and willingness to assist team members
• Excellent patient interaction skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow strict protocols
• A proactive, self-starter mentality
• The ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced research environment