CLINICAL RESEARCH COORDINATOR

Job Description - CLINICAL RESEARCH COORDINATOR (00139542)

Job Description

CLINICAL RESEARCH COORDINATOR

Requisition ID

: 00139542

Job Posting

: Sep 16, 2026, 9:21:16 PM

Closing Date

: Oct 1, 2026, 10:29:00 AM Full-time Shift Start Time: 8:00 A.M. Shift End Time: 4:00 P.M.

Posting Salary: $61,730 - $71,647

Organization

: Health and Hospital Systems

This position is exempt from Career Service under the CCH Personnel Rules.

Salary is commensurate with years of experience indicated at time of application submittal. Experience not disclosed or documented at the time of application will not be considered for initial step placement.

Job Summary

The Clinical Research Coordinator assists with the study recruitment process, including screening and obtaining consents from eligible candidates. Supports study conduct throughout the lifecycle of the study. Supports and maintains the integrity and quality of clinical research, by ensuring that research is conducted in accordance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) Guidelines, federal and sponsor regulations and guidelines, institutional policies and procedures, and study protocol.

Typical Duties

Maintains accurate and timely documentation and actively communications with investigators, colleagues, study participants, sponsors, IRB, and other research related entities as needed.

Ensures study-related procedures are executed per protocol and performed in accordance with protocol timelines.

Participates in study recruitment, including identifying and screening research participants for study eligibility

Implements processes to ensure study-related procedures are executed per protocol and performed in accordance with protocol timelines

Obtains consent from research participants and ensures participants understand the protocol and what is expected of them while participating

Identifies adverse events based on gained knowledge and reports them in a timely and accurate manner to the principal investigator and appropriate regulatory authorities (IRB, sponsor, etc.)

Maintains source documents in accordance with institutional procedures

Packages and ships study-related specimen and/or samples in accordance with Cook County Health System, International Air Transport Association (IATA) and sponsor guidelines

Obtains and organizes supplies needed to complete study tasks

Proactively identifies and participates in training, continuing education, and development activities to broaden knowledge and enhance professional development

Keeps up to date on relevant State and Federal research guidelines and regulations

Manages risk to the organization(s) and principal investigators by ensuring up-to-date training and compliance in accordance with complex state and federal regulatory statues and rules

Manages variety of work requiring critical attention to detail and prioritization

Minimum Qualifications

Associate degree from an accredited college or university or higher

Two (2) years in a clinical research or relevant experience

Proficiency using Microsoft Office (Excel and Word)

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics

Knowledge of medical terminology

Knowledge of GCP concepts

Knowledge in setting up, coordinating, and managing clinical research studies

Knowledge and understanding of policies, procedures, and regulations governing human subject research

Knowledge and understanding of the Federal regulations and guidelines governing the protection of human subjects (e.g., FDA, OHRP, GCP/ICH guidelines, and HIPAA regulations) prior to interacting with research subjects

Knowledge of components of clinical research operations, including study implementation, oversight, and coordination

Knowledge of CRF completion, and documentation standards, including timely and accurate transcription of study data

Ability to analyze, organize, and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail

Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills

Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment

Proficient in understanding phases of clinical trials

Demonstrate an understanding of clinical research compliance

VETERAN PREFERENCE

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When applying for employment with the Cook County Health & Hospitals System, preference is given to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for not less than 6 months of continuous service

To take advantage of this preference a Veteran must:

• Meet the minimum qualifications for the position.
• Identify self as a Veteran on the employment application by answering yes to the question by answering yes to the question, "Are you a Military Veteran?"
• Attach a copy of their DD 214, DD 215 or NGB 22 (Notice of Separation at time of application filing. Please note: If you have multiple DD214s, 215s, or NGB 22S, Please submit the one with the latest date. Coast Guard must submit a certified copy of the military separation from either the Department of Transportation (Before 9/11) or the Department of Homeland Security (After 9/11).

Discharge papers must list an Honorable Discharge Status. Discharge papers not listing an Honorable Discharge Status are not acceptable

OR

A copy of a valid State ID Card or Driver's License which identifies the holder of the ID as a Veteran, may also be attached to the application at time of filing.

If items are not attached, you will not be eligible for Veteran Preference

VETERANS MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS OR APPLICABLE STATE ID CARD OR DRIVER'S LICENSE AT TIME OF INTERVIEW.

Benefits Package

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Basic Term Life Insurance
• Pension Plan and Deferred Compensation Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
• You may also qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)

For further information on our excellent benefits package, please click on the following link: http://www.cookcountyrisk.com/

• Degrees awarded outside of the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States'' territories and Canada must be credentialed by an approved U.S. credential evaluation service belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). Original credentialing documents must be presented at time of interview.
• Please note all offers of Employment are contingent upon the following conditions: satisfactory professional & employment references, healthcare and criminal background checks, appropriate licensure/certifications and the successful completion of a physical and pre-employment drug screen.
• CCHHS is strictly prohibited from conditioning, basing or knowingly prejudicing or affecting any term or aspect of County employment or hiring upon or because of any political reason or factor.

COOK COUNTY HEALTH & HOSPITALS SYSTEM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER