Clinical Research Coordinator

Job Title: Clinical Research Coordinator (Bilingual English/Spanish)

Job Description

The Clinical Research Coordinator plays a key role in the successful execution of clinical trials by screening, enrolling, and closely monitoring study participants while ensuring strict adherence to Good Clinical Practices (GCP), FDA regulations, ICH guidelines, and institutional standard operating procedures. This position combines direct patient coordination, meticulous documentation, and proactive recruitment activities to support high-quality, compliant research that expands access to health services and advances medical knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Screen, enroll, and closely monitor clinical research study participants in accordance with study protocols and Good Clinical Practices.
• Prioritize daily activities and workflow to meet protocol timelines and visit schedules.
• Maintain strict adherence to FDA regulations, ICH guidelines, and institutional SOPs in all aspects of clinical trial conduct.
• Develop and maintain effective, professional relationships with study participants and research personnel.
• Interact positively and professionally with patients, sponsor representatives, investigators, and site staff.
• Coordinate and attend pre-study site visits, site initiation visits, and monitoring visits with clinical staff and sponsor/CRO representatives.
• Identify adverse events (AEs) and serious adverse events (SAEs), promptly notifying the Principal Investigator and sponsor when appropriate.
• Prescreen potential study candidates to determine eligibility based on protocol criteria.
• Obtain informed consent from study participants in accordance with SOPs and regulatory requirements.
• Complete all visit procedures accurately and efficiently as outlined in the study protocol.
• Perform and train others on basic clinical procedures, including blood draws, vital signs, ECGs, and similar assessments.
• Review laboratory results, ECGs, and other diagnostic test results such as MRIs for completeness and alert values, ensuring timely investigator review.
• Discuss study medications, required procedures, eligibility criteria, and impact on clinic flow with investigators and site staff.
• Record study data legibly and enter information in real time into paper or electronic source documents.
• Accurately document study medication inventory, dispensation, and participant compliance.
• Resolve data management queries and correct source data within sponsor-defined timelines.
• Assist regulatory personnel with the completion, organization, and filing of regulatory documents.
• Contribute to the creation and review of source documents to ensure clarity and protocol compliance.
• Assist with planning and creating appropriate patient recruitment materials.
• Participate in the development of recruitment plans and obtain listings of potential candidates from subject databases.
• Actively collaborate with the recruitment team by calling and engaging potential participants to enroll in studies.
• Review and assess study protocols and amendments for clarity and logistical feasibility within the clinic setting.
• Ensure that all training and study-specific requirements are completed prior to trial initiation.
• Communicate clearly and professionally both verbally and in writing with internal and external stakeholders.
• Attend investigator meetings and other study-related meetings as required.
• Verify that adequate study supplies, including lab kits, study medication, specialized equipment, and IVRS/EDC access and passwords, are available on site prior to protocol initiation.
• Operate independently for most study activities while escalating complex issues as needed.
• Manage stakeholder communications and facilitate visits and meetings related to study conduct.
• Work effectively in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision, maintaining strong organization and attention to detail.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 2+ years of experience as a Clinical Research Coordinator.
• Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish, with the ability to communicate clearly with diverse patient populations and team members.
• Hands-on phlebotomy experience and comfort performing blood draws.
• Proven experience with patient recruitment activities in clinical research settings.
• Strong understanding and application of institutional standard operating procedures.
• Excellent working knowledge of medical and research terminology.
• Excellent working knowledge of federal regulations, Good Clinical Practices (GCP), and clinical trial guidelines.
• Ability to operate independently for most study activities and escalate complex issues appropriately.
• Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with a diverse team of professionals.
• Strong organizational, prioritization, and leadership capabilities with a high level of attention to detail.
• Strong computer skills, including experience with clinical trials databases, IVR systems, electronic data capture (EDC), and MS Word and Excel.
• Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent professional writing and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to understand, interpret, and consistently follow institutional SOPs.
• Friendly, outgoing personality with the ability to maintain a positive attitude under pressure.
• High level of self-motivation, energy, and initiative.
• Experience managing stakeholder communications and facilitating site visits and meetings.
• Comfort discussing complex study procedures, medications, and eligibility criteria with investigators and site staff.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build rapport with study participants.
• Interest in contributing to research that expands access to care and supports medical breakthroughs.
• Commitment to high ethical standards and participant safety in all research activities.

Work Environment

This role is based in an on-site clinic environment focused on delivering high-quality clinical research and health services. You will work directly with patients, investigators, and research staff in a setting that supports multiple clinical trials, using tools such as clinical trial databases, IVR systems, electronic data capture platforms, and standard office software like MS Word and Excel. The environment is fast-paced and detail-oriented, requiring consistent adherence to protocols, regulations, and SOPs. You will participate in pre-study visits, monitoring visits, and investigator meetings, and help ensure that all study supplies, lab kits, medications, and specialized equipment are available and ready for use. The culture emphasizes collaboration, professionalism, and a mission-driven focus on expanding access to care and enabling communities to participate in research that advances the future of health.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Dalton, GA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $60000.00 - $90000.00/yr.

Paid Time Off (PTO) and Company Paid Holidays 100% Employer paid medical, dental, and vision insurance plan options Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts Bi-weekly HSA employer contribution Company paid Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability 401(k) Retirement Plan, with Company Match

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Dalton,GA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 10, 2026.

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