Experienced Clinical Research Coordinator - Oakland

Job Description

Job Description

Oakland Clinical is part of the Irvine Clinical Research site network, the largest of its kind on the West Coast. With 5 research centers in California, we are leaders in the search for new treatments in neurology, psychiatry, and obesity medicine. Our largest area of research is in Alzheimer’s Disease prevention and treatment drug trials, and our doctors were the largest contributors in the world to the most recently FDA-approved medication in Alzheimer’s Disease.

 

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Clinical Research Coordinator to drive trial success at our Oakland location. This role is ideal for a seasoned CRC (internally leveled as a CRC II, III, or IV depending on experience) who is ready to take ownership of complex Phase II and III clinical trials. You will work closely with our Principal Investigators and clinical team to ensure the highest standards of data integrity, patient safety, and operational excellence.

Job Duties

• Study Management: Serve as the primary or co-coordinator for assigned Phase II/III clinical research studies, overseeing day-to-day operations from site initiation to closeout.

• Protocol Compliance: Execute study procedures with strict adherence to Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines, FDA regulations, and specific study protocols.

• Patient Coordination: Guide participants through complex visit schedules, including consenting, screening, and coordinating cross-functional appointments (e.g., imaging, infusions).

• Data Integrity: Timely and accurately enter, organize, and maintain study data across various electronic platforms (eSource, EDC, CTMS), proactively resolving queries.

• Clinical Assessments: Conduct vital signs, ECGs, and other protocol-specific diagnostic, efficacy, and safety assessments.

• Quality & Audit Readiness: Maintain impeccable regulatory and source documentation, ensuring the site is consistently prepared for sponsor monitoring visits and audits.

Job Requirements

• Experience: 2 to 4+ years of hands-on experience coordinating industry-sponsored clinical trials (prior experience in CNS, Neurology, or Psychiatry is a strong plus).

• Technical Skills: Demonstrated ability to navigate complex clinical trial management systems (CRIO eSource & CTMS) and EDC platforms quickly and accurately.

• Organization & Precision: Exceptional attention to detail, capable of managing competing priorities and complex visit windows without compromising quality.

• Communication: A strong, professional command of spoken and written English, with a proven ability to build rapport with older adult populations and their study partners.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• This is a fully on-site role requiring physical presence at our Oakland clinic during standard business hours.

• Ability to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods.

• Ability to perform clinical tasks such as vital signs and assist older adult participants with mobility as needed.

Hours and Compensation

• Location: This is a full-time employment position based in-person at our clinic next to Alta Bates Summit in Oakland. It is on the 11th floor of a large, safe medical building with transit access, a multi-story parking garage, and beautiful views of the bay. We have five clinics throughout California, and our only site in the San Francisco Bay Area.

• Compensation: The expected salary range for this position is $30-40 per hour ($62,400 to $83,200 per year ). Final compensation offers will be determined based on the candidate's specific internal level (CRC II - IV), years of relevant clinical trial experience, and applicable clinical certifications (e.g., CCRC, nursing, or phlebotomy license).

• Insurance: The company pays for 100% of health, dental, and vision individual insurance costs for eligible full-time employees.

• Paid Time Off: Vacation (PTO) is earned at a rate of 3 weeks per year .

Equal Opportunity & Fair Chance Employer Irvine Clinical Research and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity Employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. In compliance with the Oakland Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.