Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator (Detroit, MI)

Job Description

Job Description

Start Your Career in Clinical Research 

If you’re curious about how new treatments reach patients, detail-oriented by nature, and energized by work that genuinely matters – this is where that career begins.  

As an Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator at Profound Research, you’ll work alongside experienced clinical research staff at one of our sites, supporting the day-to-day execution of clinical trials that give patients access to therapies they couldn’t otherwise reach. You’ll learn by doing – gaining hands-on experience in study coordination, patient interaction, data collection, and clinical procedures – with a clear path to grow into greater ownership and responsibility over time.  

This isn’t a behind-the-desk role. You’ll be present with patients, part of a team, and contributing to research that has real-world impact from day one.  

What You’ll Do 

• Support the coordination of active clinical trials, including patient visits, scheduling, and study-related procedures 

• Assist with data collection and documentation, learning to apply the rigorous standards that clinical research demands 

• Perform and develop competency in clinical procedures including vital signs, EKGs, phlebotomy, and specimen processing 

• Interact directly with study participants – greeting them, explaining visit steps, and ensuring they feel supported throughout the process 

• Work closely with Clinical Research Coordinators and site leadership, asking questions, seeking feedback, and building your clinical knowledge base 

• Contribute to a compliant, audit-ready site by following established protocols, SOPs, and Good Documentation Practices 

What We’re Looking For 

You don’t need to have done this exact job before. You need to be the kind of person who takes ownership of their work, communicates clearly, pays close attention to detail, and genuinely cares about the patient experience. The rest we’ll help you build.  

• High school diploma or technical degree with 3+ years of relevant experience in life sciences, OR Associate’s degree with 1+ year of relevant experience, OR Bachelor’s degree with relevant coursework or experience in a clinical or life sciences setting 

• Familiarity with medical terminology and basic clinical procedures is a plus 

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-based environment 

• Proficient with standard computer tools; able to learn new systems quickly 

• ICH-GCP and IATA certification required within a defined timeframe upon hire (we’ll support you through it) 

Why Profound Research 

We’re a growing clinical research site network with locations across California, Michigan, Indiana, and Nevada – and we’re just getting started. Joining as an ACRC means entering a team where your development is taken seriously, your contributions are visible, and there’s a defined path forward if you want to grow. We promote from within, invest in certificates and training, and give people real responsibility as they earn it. If you’re looking for a place to start a meaningful career in clinical research – not just fill a role – Profound is that place.  

• Meaningful Impact: Every role at Profound contributes to advancing medical knowledge and expanding therapeutic options for patients – the work we do here matters 

• Professional Growth: We invest in our people through comprehensive training, certification support, and ongoing education to help you grow in your role and your career 

• Leadership & Advancement: Profound is a growing organization where initiative gets noticed. We have a defined career ladder within Clinical Operations, actively support internal promotions, and give people the tools and visibility to advance.  

• Collaborative Culture: You’ll work alongside a team of dedicated clinical research professionals who take the work seriously and support each other in doing it well – across sites, functions, and levels of experience. 

• Full Benefits Package: Competitive compensation, health insurance, PTO, retirement plan, and professional development support 

• Diverse Clinical Exposure: Work across multiple therapeutic areas and study phases, building a breadth of experience that’s rare in a single organization. 

Physical Requirements & Work Environment  

• This role is performed on-site in a clinical environment and requires extended periods of standing, walking, and moving throughout the facility, including across a full shift  

• Requires the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with patients, caregivers, and clinical staff in verbal and written forms, including time-sensitive or emotionally sensitive situations  

• Must be able to read and interpret detailed clinical materials, including protocols, data, and patient records 

• Must be able to assist with patient positioning, which may involve bending, reaching, and providing physical support in a safe and controlled manner 

• Must be able to navigate a clinical facility, including areas with limited space, and transport supplies or equipment as needed 

• Required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as dictated by clinical procedures and safety protocols 

• May be exposed to biohazardous materials, bodily fluids, or infectious agents; adherence to all applicable safety and infection control protocols is required 

• Travel between company sites, meetings, or partner locations may be required 

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role  

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.