Clinical Research Coordinator

*This is fully on-site position in Glendale, CA*

About Parexel

Parexel is a leading global clinical development partner delivering insights-driven clinical and consulting solutions to the life sciences industry. With 22,000+ employees worldwide, we partner with biopharmaceutical companies and research sites to design and deliver patient-focused clinical trials that broaden access and make research a care option for anyone, anywhere.

We work with focus, agility, and shared purpose, moving with urgency to address patient needs and accelerate the delivery of new therapies. We embrace bold thinking, adapt quickly to change, and continually raise the bar for the speed and quality of clinical research. We are expanding our team and seeking talented individuals to help drive industry-leading innovation, With Heart®.

About The Role

We are seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) to join our Early Phase Clinical Research team in Glendale, California in a fully on-site capacity. In this role, you will support the planning, preparation, execution, and closeout of Phase I-III clinical trials while ensuring the highest standards of patient safety, protocol compliance, and data quality.

As a Clinical Research Coordinator, you will partner with investigators, project managers, research associates, nurses, and other operational teams to ensure successful study execution. You will play a critical role in protocol implementation, risk identification and mitigation, and study oversight.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced clinical research professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants exposure to complex early phase research. The role offers meaningful opportunities for career growth into Clinical Research Associate (CRA), Project Management, Quality/Risk Compliance, or future leadership positions within Parexel.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, preparation, execution, and closeout of Phase I-III clinical trials in collaboration with investigators, project managers, and study teams.
• Review study protocols, informed consent forms, and study materials to ensure operational feasibility and compliance.
• Manage multiple active studies simultaneously while maintaining quality, timelines, and patient safety standards.
• Identify protocol or operational risks, develop mitigation strategies, and upscale issues proactively to stakeholders.
• Coordinate study activities across investigators, research associates, nurses, enrollment teams, project managers, and laboratory personnel.
• Support the development, setup, and maintenance of ClinBase systems and study-specific documentation.
• Oversee study data quality, query resolution, protocol deviation assessments, and documentation compliance.
• Assist with study-specific training and ensure operational teams are prepared to execute protocol requirements.
• Ensure all clinical trial activities are performed in accordance with ICH-GCP guidelines, regulatory requirements, and Parexel SOPs.
• Contribute to a collaborative and supportive team environment while delivering high-quality results for sponsors and patients.

Candidate Profile

You’ll Thrive In This Role If You Bring

• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced clinical research environment.
• A proactive approach to identifying risks and driving solutions.
• Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary clinical research teams.
• A patient-focused mindset and commitment to quality and compliance.
• Comfort learning and working within study management, data management, and clinical research systems.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Health Sciences, Nursing, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of clinical research experience as a Clinical Research Coordinator or related clinical research role.
• Experience supporting clinical trials and study operations in a regulated environment.
• Knowledge of ICH-GCP guidelines, regulatory requirements, and clinical trial processes.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to prioritize workload, manage competing deadlines, and work effectively within cross-functional teams.
• Ability to work fully onsite and support weekend study activities when required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience within a Contract Research Organization (CRO) environment.
• Experience supporting Phase I-III clinical trials.
• Experience with clinical trial databases and electronic data capture systems.

Benefits And Compensation

• Health, Vision & Dental Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Vacation/Holiday/Sick Time
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
• Work/Life Balance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Pet Insurance

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The potential base pay range for this role is $28.00 to $36.00 per hour. The actual salary offered may vary based on factors including skills, education, experience, professional achievements, and location.

Some roles may also be eligible for additional incentives, bonuses, or other compensation programs. Our Talent Acquisition team will provide details regarding any applicable bonus or incentive opportunities.

If this opportunity sounds like the next step in your clinical research career, we'd love to hear from you. Join Parexel and help shape the future of clinical research while advancing innovative therapies for patients around the world.

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