Clinical Research Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Clinical Research Coordinator

Job Description

The Clinical Research Coordinator will support a portfolio of approximately 45 active oncology clinical trials by coordinating patient-facing and study-related activities across multiple sites. This role includes screening, recruiting, and consenting patients, conducting study visits and clinical procedures, and collaborating closely with data management and regulatory teams to ensure high-quality, compliant trial execution.

Responsibilities

• Screen, recruit, and consent patients for oncology clinical trials in accordance with study protocols and ethical guidelines.
• Review medical charts to identify and pre-screen potential participants based on eligibility criteria.
• Coordinate and conduct 2–3 patient visits per day, ensuring a professional and supportive experience for participants.
• Perform clinical procedures during study visits, including taking vital signs, performing EKGs, and conducting phlebotomy as required by the protocol.
• Document all study-related activities accurately and promptly in source documents and study systems.
• Collaborate with data management staff by contributing to data entry, query resolution, and maintenance of accurate study records.
• Support regulatory staff by assisting with protocol-related documentation, updates, and compliance tasks as needed.
• Communicate effectively with investigators, research assistants, and other research staff to coordinate patient scheduling and study visit logistics.
• Travel to designated clinical sites for patient visits, managing time and priorities to meet protocol timelines and visit windows.
• Follow all study protocols, standard operating procedures, and applicable regulations to maintain patient safety and data integrity.
• Participate in training and ongoing education related to oncology clinical research and study-specific requirements.

Essential Skills

• At least 2 years of experience as a Clinical Research Coordinator in oncology clinical trials.
• Proficiency in chart review to identify eligible patients for oncology studies.
• Demonstrated experience in screening, recruiting, and consenting patients for clinical research.
• Hands-on experience conducting study visits and following detailed clinical trial protocols.
• Ability to perform phlebotomy as part of routine study procedures.
• Experience taking vital signs and performing EKGs during patient visits.
• Strong understanding of clinical research processes and Good Clinical Practice as they apply to oncology trials.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple patients and studies simultaneously.
• Effective communication skills for interacting with patients, investigators, and research staff.
• Ability to travel between clinical sites to conduct patient visits.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience with pre-screening oncology patients for clinical trial eligibility.
• Familiarity with coordinating multiple active oncology trials in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfort working collaboratively with data management and regulatory teams.
• Detail-oriented approach to documentation and adherence to protocol requirements.
• Ability to adapt to changing schedules and study needs across different locations.

Work Environment

The role is part of a collaborative research team that includes full-time and part-time Clinical Research Coordinators, research assistants, data management staff, and regulatory staff, with additional project management support. You will primarily support oncology clinical trials. The standard work schedule is 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The environment is structured, team-oriented, and mission-driven, with a strong emphasis on patient care, regulatory compliance, and high-quality data collection.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cerritos, CA.

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $31.00/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 Cerritos,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 10, 2026.

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