Clinical Research Coordinator I - School of Medicine, Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics

Emory • Atlanta, GA

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Discover Your Career at Emory University Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our academic community. Description The Clinical Research Coordinator handles or assists with the administrative activities generally associated with the conduct of clinical trials. This position requires flexibility to accommodate the unique demands of research involving pregnant participants and delivery-based biospecimen collection. Because deliveries can occur at any time, the coordinator may be required to work during evenings, weekends, or overnight hours to ensure timely collection and processing of samples within strict protocol timelines. A shifted schedule and participation in an on-call rotation may be implemented as needed to maintain continuous study coverage. Coordinators are expected to demonstrate initiative and accountability for study-related responsibilities, maintain a high level of productivity and attention to detail, and communicate proactively with study leadership regarding project progress and scheduling needs.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED and three years of administrative support experience.
• Or two years of college in a scientific, health related, or business administration program and one year of admin support or customer service experience.
• Or be a licensed as a practical nurse (LPN) and one year admin support or one year of licensed practical nursing experience.
• Or a Bachelor's degree, Master's degree, MD or PhD in a scientific, health related or business administration program.
• This position is intended to support clinical research and all clinical training requirements must be tracked and monitored through Emory Healthcare under the credentialing category of Clinical Researcher.
• NOTE: Position tasks are generally required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location . Remote work from home day options may be granted at department discretion. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee .

Responsibilities

• Assists in the coordination and implementation of clinical research studies, including participant recruitment, enrollment, and follow-up in accordance with study protocols and regulatory requirements.
• Reviews medical records and conducts participant screenings to assess eligibility; obtains informed consent and administers study questionnaires or quality-of-life assessments as required.
• Collects, processes, and prepares biospecimens for shipment in compliance with study and institutional standards; may perform phlebotomy and related specimen handling procedures.
• Maintains accurate and complete study documentation, including source documents, case report forms, and data entry into approved databases.
• Coordinates study-related activities such as scheduling study visits, preparing case packages, ordering supplies, and maintaining study equipment.
• Participates in study meetings and contributes to ongoing communication with the principal investigator and study team to ensure timelines and objectives are met.
• Assists with quality assurance procedures and supports the preparation and tracking of regulatory submissions.
• Assists with screening participants, coordinating data and specimen collection at participating Emory hospitals, and supporting collaboration for timely biospecimen processing.
• Performs other related duties as assigned to support the success of the research program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees