Clinical Research Coordinator 1 - Brain and Metabolism Imaging

Louisiana State University

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Pennington Biomedical Research Center, a world-renowned academic research institute of Louisiana State University, is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator 1 in the Brain and Metabolism Imaging in Chronic Disease Laboratory. The Clinical Research Coordinator will oversee and participate in medical, clinical and interventional research studies as per established protocols and institutional policies and procedures. They will organize and coordinate the screening, consenting, and scheduling aspects of research studies; ensure effective participant interactions and communication, especially via telephone calls. This position offers a unique opportunity to coordinate participant-centered research while contributing to scientific research.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Health Sciences, Biological Sciences, Psychology, Kinesiology, Nursing, Nutrition, Social Sciences, or a related field.
Interest in, and exposure to, clinical research, healthcare, public health, and/or community-based research.
Experience interacting with participants, patients, clients, or community members in a professional setting.
Strong organizational, time management, and project coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively with diverse populations, community partners, investigators, and research staff.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and the ability to learn electronic data capture and research management systems.

Nice To Haves

Two (2) years of experience in clinical research, healthcare, public health, community-based research, and/or participant recruitment, which can include internships, academic research, or work in a clinical or research lab setting.
Demonstrated ability to collect, document, and maintain accurate records and data with strong attention to detail.
Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP), human subjects protections, informed consent procedures, and Institutional Review Board (IRB) requirements.
Experience using electronic data capture systems (e.g., REDCap), clinical trial management systems, or other research databases.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and execute study activities in collaboration with the project manager, data manager, investigators, and research team to ensure study milestones, recruitment targets, and project deliverables are achieved according to established timelines.
Coordinate and conduct participant screening, eligibility determination, informed consent discussions and documentation, enrollment, and study visit coordination in accordance with study protocols, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), and regulatory requirements.
Maintain accurate, complete, and timely study records within electronic data capture systems; perform data quality reviews, query resolution, and source document verification to ensure data integrity and protocol compliance.
Assist with the preparation, maintenance, and organization of regulatory and study-related documents, including study protocols, manuals of procedures, training materials, recruitment materials, and Institutional Review Board (IRB) submissions.
Generate and maintain study reports, recruitment metrics, safety reports, progress updates, and other project documentation for investigators, sponsors, and regulatory oversight.
Collaborate with investigators and research team members to achieve study milestones, prepare study reports and materials, support monitoring and audit activities, and contribute to the successful execution of large-scale research studies.
Other duties as assigned.