Clinical Research Coordinator - GIH

Mayo Clinic•Phoenix, AZ

About The Position

We are seeking a highly motivated Clinical Research Coordinator for an esophageal dedicated role, 100% dedicated to the Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology. This position supports a dynamic and growing portfolio of early-phase and novel clinical trials. As a high-impact contributor, the coordinator will play a critical role in advancing esophageal research by managing multiple studies from initiation through close-out. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and demonstrate a strong commitment to clinical excellence and research integrity. Key highlights include an exclusive focus on esophageal clinical research, a strategic role in supporting departmental research growth and innovation, and the opportunity to work alongside leading GI and esophageal investigators and research staff. The coordinator receives direction from the principal investigator, supervisor, or other staff involved in research protocols, gives direction to and works cooperatively with other research staff, and collaborates with various departments within the institution. They also interact with research participants, other research centers, and sponsoring companies to resolve problems and ensure efficient completion of research studies. The role involves independently coordinating complex clinical research protocols (interventional, therapeutic greater than minimal risk) with minimal direction from the principal investigator and/or supervisor, ensuring compliance with regulatory laws and institutional guidelines.

Requirements

HS Diploma with at least 5 years of clinical research coordination/related experience OR
Associate's degree/college Diploma/Certificate Program with at least 3 years of experience OR
Associate's in Clinical Research from an accredited academic institution without experience OR
Bachelor's with at least 1 year of experience OR
Completion of a Mayo Clinic-sponsored clinical research internship in lieu of 1 year of experience
Experience should be in the clinical setting or related experience

Nice To Haves

Prior experience supporting GI research
Graduate or diploma from a study coordinator training program
One year of clinical research experience
Medical terminology course

Responsibilities

Receives direction from principal investigator, supervisor, or other staff involved in research protocol(s)
Gives direction to and works cooperatively with other research staff
Collaborates with various departments within the institution
Works cooperatively with other investigators and personnel at all levels
Interacts with research participants, other research centers, and sponsoring companies to resolve problems and ensure efficient completion of research studies
Independently coordinates complex (i.e. interventional, therapeutic greater than minimal risk) clinical research protocols with minimal direction from the principal investigator and/or supervisor in compliance with regulatory laws and institutional guidelines
Collaborates with research team to assess feasibility and management of research protocols
Ensures implementation of research protocols after IRB approval and provides information as appropriate for progress reports
Screens, enrolls, and recruits research participants
Coordinates schedules and monitors research activities and subject participation
Identifies, reviews, and reports adverse events, protocol deviations, and other unanticipated problems appropriately
Manages, monitors, and reports research data to maintain quality and compliance
Provides education/training for others within the department
Performs administrative and regulatory duties related to the study as appropriate
Ongoing management of the protocol document and process through editing, amendments, proofing, coordination of study logistics (i.e. blood collection kits, data collection booklets, etc.), and verification of content to meet institutional and federal standards
Communication with study sites and/or federal agencies regarding study status changes
Federal and Institutional Review Board (IRB) document preparation and submission
Provides consultative expertise regarding regulatory and policy requirements
Accurately applies investigators' scientific data into a cohesive format for the protocol document and associated procedures that are consistent with internal and external policies and regulatory requirements
Participates in other protocol development activities and executes other assignments as warranted and assigned