Clinical Research Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

Description

*Relocation Required to Spartanburg, South Carolina, US*

Position Summary: The Clinical Research Coordinator will be primarily responsible for conducting Phase II, III and IV clinical trials within internationally accepted standards of knowledge and understanding of the research process and related regulations. A lead study coordinator will have oversite of assigned clinical trials conducted, under the direction of the Primary Investigator and Site Lead. Since this is primarily a patient contact position, it requires an outgoing, friendly personality and someone who enjoys working with a diverse population of people. To understand the inclusion/exclusion requirements of protocols, a strong understanding of medical terminology is required. Strong clinical skills required and computer skills for communication.

Primary Accountabilities:

• Informed Consent Process
• Medical Record Review
• Protocol compliance/documentation
• Patient relations
• Sponsor relations/communication
• Investigational Product/Drug Administration
• General Accountabilities:
• Collaboration with QA
• Trains other clinical trial associates making sure all individuals are up to date on all aspects of a clinical trial.
• Oversee organization and workflow of trials with meticulous attention to detail and ordering of priorities.
• Navigate and address sponsor and study issues to resolution.
• Perform clinical responsibilities, such as blood draws, processing, vaccine administration.
• Maintenance of organized, complete study charts, and legible, accurate research documentation through written progress notes.
• Have working knowledge of protocol including background, rationale, and description of investigational drug/device.
• Thorough knowledge of Inclusion/Exclusion criteria with Investigator available for questions.
• Coordinate and document in-service training for appropriate staff.
• Submit all regulatory documents and correspondence to regulatory personnel in a timely manner.
• Identify protocol problems and inform Research Team of problems limiting recruitment and work on strategies to overcome these problems.
• Maintain detailed drug accountability.
• Conduct ordering of all protocol required follow-up labs, tests, procedures, and medications accurately and per qualifications and delegation by PI.
• Collaborate with attending Investigator and Principal Investigator to report serious adverse events to study sponsor and regulatory personnel within mandated timeframe.
• Participate in weekly site meetings.
• Communicate with other professionals via phone, email, and face-to-face meetings to make sure the whole clinical trial team is consistently aware of any relevant information and issues.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with advanced interpersonal communication skills. This includes the ability to perform computer-based work on a regular basis.
• Knowledge of the research process, the importance of adherence to protocols, and the accuracy needed in collection and documentation of research data.
• Ability to read and understand the protocol, including any amendments, to ensure familiarity with study procedures and an understanding of the potential risks and side effects of the investigational product.
• Ability to interact daily with physicians, nurses, study monitors and other sponsor representatives, administrators and other employees, community resources, patients and their families and significant others.

This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. Responsibilities, tasks, and duties of the job holder might differ from those outlined in the job description and other duties, as assigned, might be part of the job.

Key Skills and Competencies:

• CMA Certification or willingness to complete
• Blood Draw experience preferred
• Medical and Clinical Research Terminologies
• Excellent verbal, written & interpersonal skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Data Management and Informatics
• Adhere to Principles of Ethical Research Standards
• Highly organized individual
• Continuous learning mindset

Location

On site in Spartanburg, South Carolina

A person in this position must be highly organized, utilize excellent verbal and written communication and be able to multi-task. This position requires excellent time management and communication skills and confidentiality. This position may require travel, lifting (up to 50 pounds), sitting, standing, and walking associated with a normal clinical research / physician office environment. A person in this position may be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, infectious diseases, blood/bodily fluids, and disease-bearing specimens.

Skills

Clinical research, Clinical trial

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

This is a Contract position based out of Chapel Hill, NC.

The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $32.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Chapel Hill,NC.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 26, 2026.

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