Clinical Research Coordinator – CNS & Behavioral Health - Chicago, IL

The IMA Group • Chicago, IL

10d • Onsite

About The Position

IMA Clinical Research is hiring a full-time Clinical Research Coordinator in Chicago, Illinois, to support CNS and behavioral health clinical trials. The coordinator will guide participants through their study journeys and gain hands-on experience across the company’s Phase II–IV trial portfolio; the company does not conduct Phase I studies.

The role supports day-to-day trial operations, participant coordination, study documentation, monitoring, regulatory reviews, safety reporting, and retention. The position offers a predictable schedule with no evenings, weekends, or on-call work.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience coordinating clinical research studies.
• Proficiency in phlebotomy.
• Bachelor’s degree.
• Ability to multitask across active studies.

Nice To Haves

• CNS, psychiatry, psychology, neuroscience, or behavioral health research experience.
• CCRC certification; it is not required.

Responsibilities

• Run day-to-day trial operations, keeping studies on protocol and on track.
• Coordinate scheduling, procedures, assessments, and follow-up visits.
• Perform phlebotomy and handle specimen collection and processing.
• Serve as a liaison between participants, investigators, sponsors, and CROs.
• Maintain source documents and case report forms in audit-ready condition.
• Support monitoring visits and regulatory reviews.
• Assist with safety reporting and participant retention.

Benefits

• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Company holidays and a floating holiday.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Student loan repayment assistance.
• Paid parental leave.
• Predictable schedule with no evenings, weekends, or on-call work.
• Advancement paths in a growing CRO.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level