Clinical Research Coordinator I

Kelly® Science & Clinical is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator I for a contract-to-hire position at a cutting-edge client in San Diego, CA . If you're passionate about bringing the latest scientific discoveries to life and are ready to take the next step in your career, trust The Experts at Hiring Experts. Pay Rate: $28.00 – $30.00/hr Overview Our Client is an industry-leading organization committed to advancing medical research by enrolling diverse populations in high-quality clinical trials. They maintain the highest standards of integrity and excellence while ensuring every participant receives respectful and compassionate care. They strive to build a tightly knit, supportive, and collaborative environment where team members can thrive and make meaningful contributions to human health. The Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) supports the coordination and execution of clinical research studies within a healthcare setting. This role ensures clinical trials are conducted in compliance with study protocols, regulatory requirements, and institutional policies while protecting participant safety and data integrity. Working closely with Principal Investigators (PIs), research staff, and study participants, the CRC assists with participant screening, data collection, and the coordination of study activities to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and high-quality research outcomes. Schedule: Monday – Friday | On-site Responsibilities Assist in the coordination and execution of clinical research protocols under the supervision of the PI and senior research staff Conduct screening visits to collect medical history and other information from study participants Assist with informed consent and enrollment of study participants in accordance with protocol requirements and ethical guidelines Coordinate and schedule study visits, procedures, and follow-up activities with study participants and clinical teams Collect, record, and maintain accurate clinical research data and source documentation in compliance with regulatory and institutional standards Communicate with study participants to provide education, answer questions, and support adherence to study requirements Monitor study progress and report adverse events, protocol deviations, and other study-related issues to the research team Adhere to site standard operating procedures (SOPs) and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines Draw, process, and ship laboratory specimens, including the handling of dangerous goods, in accordance with regulations (if qualified) Scan, upload, file, and maintain organized study records and documentation Apply critical thinking skills to support efficient study operations and problem resolution Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent required; an associate's degree or higher in a health-related field preferred Basic knowledge of clinical research strongly preferred Medical terminology and patient care experience required Strong organizational, time management, and attention-to-detail skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with diverse populations Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment Knowledge of GCP, HIPAA, ALCOA principles, FDA regulations, and IATA guidelines strongly preferred Experience with participant screening and the informed consent process strongly preferred Proficiency with electronic data capture systems, clinical trial management software, and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint) preferred Medical Assistant (MA) certification preferred Current CPR/BLS certification preferred Certification as a Clinical Research Coordinator (e.g., CCRC) or a willingness to obtain certification preferred #J-18808-Ljbffr Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom