Research Coordinator

Veterans Medical Research Foundation of Sd•San Diego, CA

1d•$26 - $29

About The Position

Under general supervision, performs duties related to the coordination and support of clinical research projects and trials. Responsibilities include assisting with study start-up, participant recruitment and consent, data collection and regulatory submissions, and ensuring compliance with protocols and institutional guidelines. This role facilitates smooth study operations from initiation through closure while maintaining accurate documentation and communication among stakeholders. Assists Principal Investigators (PIs) to ensure smooth, accurate progress of research projects from the planning stage through the project completion and post-project closure.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) in a related field from an accredited college or university AND at least 1 year of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

Phlebotomy certification is preferred but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

Conducts study start-up activities; oversees daily operations of research projects and study closures.
Meets with PI, current and potential research study participants as required by study protocols.
Recruits and screens research study participants for eligibility, reviews medical charts, prepares source documentation, and oversees participant follow up in clinic along with PI and Co-Investigators
Consent and explain study requirements to participants
Coordinates research study participant treatment and conducts in-person structured assessments with study participants throughout the study.
Identify potential Adverse Events and report as required
Collects and maintains data for all study participants.
Handle, process, package and ship human samples per protocol.
Documents chain of custody for biological samples; ensures proper storage and shipping per IATA guidelines.
Submits regulatory documents to Research and Development Committee and the Institutional Review Board to initiate new studies, modifications, investigative new drug safety reports, and patient adverse events.
Maintains compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP), HIPAA, and institutional policies; assists with audit readiness and monitoring visits.
Monitors patient participation in the study by tracking patient follow-up according to the specific requirements of the research study protocol.
Performs accurate data entry and quality checks in EDC systems; resolves discrepancies.
Follows up and works closely with research participants to ensure the trial meets all regulatory requirements.
Keep physicians and other clinical staff apprised of data collection and reporting requirements
Arrange and schedule radiographic, laboratory, and clinical evaluations for study subjects.
Identify problems in execution of protocol and assist physicians, nursing staff, and pharmacy staff in rectifying the problems.
May provide support to multiple PIs and projects/trials at any given time.
Works closely with the project administrator and other research coordinators to ensure all trials in the division are running smoothly, identified issues are addressed, and timelines are met.
Serves as a liaison between PI, sponsors, CROs, and institutional departments; coordinates sponsor monitoring visits.
Assists with the maintenance of VMRF CTC space and equipment. Such as cleaning and scheduling of rooms for PI/Research teams, opening and closing of doors as needed for reserved rooms, maintaining supplies and equipment calibration logs.
Tracks study-related expenses and supports post-award financial processes.
Complies with safety and security policies and procedures.
Participates in protocol training sessions and maintains required certifications.
Reports on potentially unsafe working conditions.
May perform additional duties as assigned.