Research Coordinator - Charlotte Market

Department: 36200 Carolinas Medical Center - Trauma Services

Status: Full time

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Hours Per Week: 40

Are you passionate about making a real difference in patients’ lives? As a Clinical Research Coordinator on our Trauma & Acute Care Surgery Research team, you’ll be at the forefront of groundbreaking studies that shape the future of critical care. Every day, your work will directly impact the care of critically ill and injured patients
, helping advance treatments and improve outcomes for some of the most vulnerable populations.

• Meaningful Work: You’ll contribute to research that saves lives and sets new standards in trauma and acute care medicine.
• Dynamic Environment: Experience nearly every part of the Carolinas Medical Center hospital system—from the Emergency Department and Operating Rooms to ICUs and inpatient units.
• Collaborative Team: Work alongside a 10-person Research team, Trauma and Acute Care Surgeons, APPs, and clinicians from multiple specialties in a supportive, team-driven environment.
• Cutting-Edge Research: Be part of approximately 15 active clinical trials at any given time, including investigational drugs, medical devices, and innovative care practices.

This is a fast-paced, high-impact position
. Many of our studies require time-sensitive screening and enrollment, so adaptability and strong organizational skills are key. Our team provides 24/7/365 coverage at the Charlotte campus, ensuring research excellence around the clock.

• Prior experience in clinical trials, especially drug and/or device studies, is strongly preferred
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-acuity setting
• Prepared to take on leadership responsibilities as the Lead Coordinator for a high-priority, Department of Defense–funded Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) study

This role offers
unparalleled exposure to diverse clinical environments
, mentorship from leading surgeons and researchers, and opportunities to develop expertise in trauma and acute care research. You’ll gain skills that open doors to advanced research roles, clinical leadership, and academic collaboration.

• Monday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
• Tuesday: 1:00 PM – 9:00 PM
• Wednesday: 1:00 PM – 9:00 PM
• Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
• Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Pay Range $28.55 - $42.85

• Determines protocol-related needs to conduct the trial and orders supplies and equipment.
• Recruits and screens potential patients and obtains informed consent.
• Assists in providing patient education and benefits and risks of participating in a clinical drug trial.
• Designs organizational tools and forms to facilitate accurate data collection and recordkeeping.
• Conducts in-service programs, summarizes study schedule to assist in understanding and implementing a protocol.
• Manages research funds.
• Schedules patient visits and laboratory and diagnostic test procedures.
• Coordinates drug shipments, storage, and accountability with pharmacy.
• Coordinates with Investigational Pharmacy for subjects to receive required drugs.
• Reviews trends, problems encountered, patient adverse events, and patient progress.
• Draws blood or collect other samples as needed and eligible.

Physical Requirements
Works in clinical care areas and office environments. May be required to travel. Requires close, personal contact with patients, handling of blood and body fluids, walking, sitting, standing, lifting, handling of charts, supplies and equipment, and operation of a keyboard and computer. Responsibility to work in a safe manner.

Education, Experience and Certifications

Bachelor's Degree and research experience required. Master's Degree preferred. Phlebotomy certification or venipuncture skills preferred. BLS HCP certification from AHA preferred. Certification in clinical research (SoCRA, ACRP) preferred.

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