Clinical Research Specialist

General Information

Name


Clinical Research Specialist


Employment Type


Direct Hire


Position level


Full-time


Virtual/Remote?


No


Labor Category


Scientific


Date


12-Jun-2026


City


Irvine


State


California


Country


United States


Ref #


9247859747


Description & Requirements

Description


Kelly Science and Clinical FSP is currently seeking a Clinical Research Specialist for a long-term engagement in Irvine, CA with one of our Global Medical Device clients. This position is hybrid. This person will join our Kelly FSP (Functional Service Provider) division, a managed solution provider and business unit of Kelly Services, Inc. This role is full-time and is offering full benefit options. As a Kelly FSP employee you may be eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K and a variety of other benefits to choose from. You may also be eligible for paid time off, including holiday, vacation, and sick/personal time.
Clinical Research Specialist
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Under general direction and in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws/regulations and Corporate, procedures and guidelines, this position

• Serves as a Clinical Research Specialist within the Clinical R&D Department to support execution of company sponsored clinical trials, ensuring compliance with timelines and study milestone
• Participates in the feasibility, selection, set up, conduct and closure of a clinical trial within the allocated countries, in accordance with the ICH-GCP, applicable legislation and Company Standard Operating Procedure
• May serve as the primary contact for clinical trial sites (e.g. site management
• Assists in the development of clinical trial documents (e.g. study protocol, informed consents, CRF, monitoring plan, study manual, investigator brochure, annual reports
• Supports applicable trial registration (e.g. from study initiation through posting of results and support publications as needed
• Coordinates and executes ordering, tracking, and accountability of investigational devices and trial materials
• Interfaces and collaborates with site personnel, IRBs/ECs, contractors/vendors, and company personnel
• Interfaces and collaborates with Clinical Research Associates (CRAs)
• Assists in overseeing and supports the development and execution of Investigator agreements and trial payments
• Assists in clinical data review to prepare data for statistical analyses and publications
• May perform monitoring activities including site qualification visits, site initiation visits, interim monitoring visits or close out visits based on study needs
• May provide on-site procedural protocol compliance and data collection support to the clinical trial sites
• Assists in tracking assigned project budgets
• May perform other duties assigned as needed
• Responsible for communicating business related issues or opportunities to next management level. Function as a reliable, trusted resource of accurate, up-to-date project knowledge as requested by key stakeholders
• Responsible for ensuring personal and company compliance with all Federal, State, local and company regulations, policies and procedures
• Should develop a strong understanding of the pipeline, product portfolio and business needs
• Generally, manages work with supervision. Independent decision-making for simple situations but requires guidance for complex situations

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Education:

• Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree preferably in Life Science, Physical Science, Nursing, or Biological Science require

Experience:

• BS with at least 2 years, MS and PhD with at least 1 year of relevant experience preferred
• Previous experience in clinical research or equivalent is desired
• Relevant industry certifications preferred (i.e., CCRA, CCRC, CCRP, RAC, CDE, GCP, ISO 14155, MDR, MEDDEV,...)
• Clinical/medical background is a plus
• Medical device experience is a plus

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES and AFFILIATIONS: Functional and Technical Competencies:

• Good understanding of clinical research science and processes, clinical trends, and global clinical trial regulations
• Proven track record in supporting clinical projects within clinical/ surgical research setting, on time, and in compliance to SOPs and regulations
• Presentation and technical writing skills
• Written and oral English communication skills

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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