Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) - Infectious Disease

Clinical Research Coordinator

Vitalief is a trusted partner to Sponsors, CROs, and Sites across the research and clinical trials landscape. By blending deep subject matter expertise with strong business acumen, we deliver Consulting and Functional Service Provider (FSP) solutions that empower organizations to do more with less, streamlining operations, reducing costs, and accelerating breakthroughs that ultimately benefit patients.

We are looking for an experienced Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) to join Vitalief as a full-time employee with comprehensive benefits. This role will support an infectious disease clinical trial conducted at two community hospital sites in Rahway and Somerset, New Jersey, as part of a large pharmaceutical-sponsored study. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of experience as a CRC, along with strong attention to detail, a genuine interest in clinical research, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. This role requires a proactive, self-starting individual who can effectively manage patient-facing responsibilities while ensuring strict adherence to protocol requirements, regulatory standards, and specimen handling procedures. The CRC will work closely with the Principal Investigator (PI) and site leadership to support the successful execution of the study.

Impactful Work: Contribute to scientific advancements that directly improve patient lives.

People-First Culture: Thrive in an environment that fosters growth, innovation, and collaboration.

Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy 20 PTO days, 9 paid holidays, company-paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability, a 401(k) retirement plan, and robust healthcare options.

Work Location: Rahway, NJ and Somerset, NJ (travel required between the two sites)

Salary Range: $65,000 to $80,000 (depending on experience level).

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and execute day-to-day clinical trial activities across both sites in accordance with the study protocol, GCP, and regulatory requirements.
• Work closely with the Principal Investigator (PI) to support study oversight, patient eligibility review, safety reporting, and protocol adherence.
• Identify, screen, and consent eligible patients for participation in the study.
• Schedule and manage patient visits, ensuring protocol compliance and timely completion of study procedures.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for study participants, including meeting patients during visits and conducting follow-up communications.
• Accurately collect, document, and maintain study data in source documents and electronic systems.
• Ensure proper specimen collection, processing, storage, and shipment in compliance with protocol and laboratory requirements.
• Collaborate with investigators, site staff, and sponsor representatives to ensure smooth study conduct.
• Monitor patient safety and report adverse events per protocol and regulatory guidelines.
• Maintain regulatory binders and ensure audit readiness at all times.
• Support monitoring visits, audits, and inspections as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required (healthcare, life sciences, or related field preferred).
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Clinical Research Coordinator.
• Prior experience working as a CRC in an Academic Medical Center (AMC) or community hospital setting is strongly preferred.
• Experience in infectious disease studies preferred.
• Strong understanding of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and clinical trial processes.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities across two sites.
• Enthusiastic and motivated team player; Self-starter with the ability to take initiative.
• Excellent organizational skills and high attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a patient-centered approach.
• Ability to problem-solve and adapt in a dynamic clinical environment.
• Proficiency with electronic data capture (EDC) systems and Microsoft Office
• Ability to work on-site role supporting two community hospital locations (Rahway, NJ and Somerset, NJ), requiring local travel between sites.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Standing, sitting, walking, visual perception, talking and hearing. Lifting up to 20lbs. IMPORTANT NOTE: Vitalief partners with clients such as major medical centers and academic institutions that often requires all on-site resources such as prospective Vitalief consultants to be inoculated annually for Influenza and successfully pass a Mantoux Tuberculin Skin Test (TST) for Mycobacterium Tuberculosis.