Phase 1 Clinical Research Coordinator (Full-time, Tue-Thu, 7PM-7AM)

Arizona Liver Health • Chandler, AZ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Arizona Liver Health (ALH) is seeking a Phase 1 Clinical Research Coordinator to coordinate and implement clinical research protocols under the direction of a Principal Investigator or sub-investigator. The role supports participant engagement, enrollment, and retention; maintains regulatory-compliant study conduct and accurate clinical data; and helps ensure site goals and study requirements are met. The coordinator may also support the implementation and management of new clinical trials and assist with staff training and site operations.

This full-time position works an overnight schedule Tuesday through Thursday, 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM, in a clinic setting. After appropriate training and delegation, the coordinator performs shift-specific study procedures and prepares for the next shift. Duties include participant screening and enrollment, clinical assessments and protocol procedures, medication administration as directed, data and source-documentation management, subject support, and coordination of study activities during audits and inspections. Some interoffice travel may be required.

Requirements

• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) from an accredited nursing program.
• Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse license issued by the Arizona State Board of Nursing, or a current multistate RN license with privilege to practice in Arizona.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications.
• At least one year of professional nursing experience in a clinic, hospital, acute care, outpatient, or clinical research setting.
• Completion of Good Clinical Practice (GCP), human-subject protection, and study-specific training within required company timelines.
• Competency in venipuncture, intravenous access, medication administration, and other protocol-required nursing procedures.
• Experience or training in clinical research, including IRB submissions, reporting, source documentation, and trial management.
• Thorough understanding of regulatory requirements, GCP principles, and biomedical research ethics.
• Interpersonal and communication skills to interact effectively with professional and administrative staff, sponsors, regulators, patients, potential subjects, and referral sources.
• Valid documentation and authorization to work in the United States; visa sponsorship or transfer is not offered.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• Experience in Phase 1 clinical research.
• Additional research or specialty certifications.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies to meet site goals for participant engagement, enrollment, and retention.
• Build and maintain relationships with clinical teams and other facility stakeholders.
• Identify and monitor enrollment and retention barriers, develop solutions, and assess the success of local strategies.
• Assist with training new staff and support the site manager as needed.
• Coordinate and implement assigned clinical research protocols under the direction of the Principal Investigator or sub-investigator, in compliance with FDA CFR, GCP, and company SOPs.
• Assist with implementing and managing new clinical trials and prepare study management systems for study initiation.
• Collect and record clinical research data, assist with patient assessments and scheduling, and maintain study files, supplies, and study medication accountability.
• Keep the clinical trial management system current with recruited subjects, completed visits, stipends, and patient status.
• Conduct study-required procedures within protocol-specific guidelines and timelines, and document them in real time using electronic or paper records.
• File wet-ink documents in a binder or folder for handoff to oncoming staff.
• Follow procedures for access to and security of electronic data entry.
• Perform delegated study procedures, which may include ECGs, vital signs, questionnaires, medication administration, IV starts, blood draws and processing, urine collection, intake and output records, and collection and processing of bodily secretions.
• Screen and enroll study subjects, manage study-related activities and subject compliance, and document adverse events as required by protocol.
• Notify the investigator or delegated staff promptly about adverse reactions, changes in subject status, or subject complaints.
• Prepare for quality assurance audits and regulatory inspections and serve as a contact before, during, and after them.
• Answer and appropriately direct phone calls.
• Order subject meals and ensure meals comply with protocol and company requirements.
• Check new subjects' bags for prohibited items, confiscate any such items, and secure them in the designated area.
• Perform duties in accordance with established policies, procedures, regulatory requirements, and applicable professional standards.
• Maintain BLS/ACLS training in accordance with company policy; call 911 in an emergency and notify the investigator immediately.
• Administer over-the-counter medication under the investigator's direction.
• Assist subjects with hygiene needs, keep rooms clean, change bed linens as needed, accompany subjects on walks and smoking breaks, and maintain supplies of snacks, drinks, and other needed items.
• Order supplies or provide Phase 1 staff with a list of needed supplies, and keep drawers and closets stocked.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support protocol compliance and data collection.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance, including HSA plans with an employer contribution.
• Paid time off.
• Five days of sick time.
• Seven company holidays and two half-days.
• 401(k) with up to a 6% company match.
• Short- and long-term disability.
• Educational assistance.
• Shared company vehicles for required travel.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree