Administrative - Clinical Research Coordinator

Carenest Health Services•Santa Monica, CA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Clinical Research Coordinator supports investigators in conducting multiple clinical research trials in accordance with research center standard operating procedures and applicable local, state, and federal regulations. In collaboration with the research team, the coordinator manages enrollment, study visits, and follow-up care for patients participating in trials across therapeutic areas. The coordinator serves as a liaison among sponsors and monitors, regulatory agencies, patients, investigators, nurses, and other staff, and participates in internal and external quality audits. The role may serve as the primary coordinator for more complex protocols or patient populations, exceed the minimum CRC workload index, and assist with training research assistants and other coordinators. It requires patient-facing clinical trials experience, patient management experience, EPIC experience, and blood-draw credentials. Device trial experience and solely data-trial experience are not accepted. The position is full-time in Santa Monica, with a possible hybrid arrangement. It is temporary to permanent; the stated permanent rate is approximately $45–$46 per hour.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience in a clinical research setting managing patients.
Patient-facing clinical trials experience is required.
Must have EPIC experience.
Must have a blood-draw certification or qualification as a phlebotomist, medical assistant, LVN, or RN.
Strong computer skills, including Outlook, MS Teams, Word, and Excel.
Device trial experience is not accepted; solely data-trial experience is also not accepted.
CCRC certification (ACRP) is preferred, but not required.

Nice To Haves

Experience with neurological conditions.
Spanish or Korean speaking skills.
CCRC certification (ACRP).
Living in Santa Monica or having a commute of 30 minutes or less is preferred.

Responsibilities

Support investigators during multiple clinical research trials in compliance with research center SOPs and applicable regulations.
Coordinate enrollment, study visits, and follow-up care for patients participating in clinical trials.
Act as a liaison among sponsors and monitors, regulatory agencies, patients, investigators, nurses, and other staff.
Participate in internal and external quality audits.
Serve as the primary CRC for more complex protocols or patient populations.
Consistently exceed the minimum CRC workload index.
Assist in training new research assistants and CRCs as needed.
Perform job functions timely and efficiently.
Follow the organization's Code of Conduct, policies, procedures, standards, practices, and applicable legal and compliance requirements.
Promptly report suspected or potential violations and cooperate in investigations.
Maintain professional conduct and appearance, good attendance, and cooperative working relationships with staff and physicians.
Represent the organization positively and professionally in the community.
Maintain organizational and patient confidentiality.