Clinical Research Coordinator

Research Coordinator

The Research Coordinator supports clinical research studies by assisting investigators, research associates, and project managers with the day-to-day operations of study implementation. This role focuses on participant recruitment, data collection, data management, and preparation of study materials and reports. The coordinator contributes directly to clinical research trials in a healthcare setting and helps ensure that studies run efficiently, accurately, and in compliance with research standards.

Responsibilities:

• Recruit and consent research participants in accordance with study protocols and ethical guidelines.
• Conduct telephone and in-person interviews with potential and enrolled participants, including screening for eligibility.
• Perform follow-up with study participants by telephone, email, and mail to collect ongoing data and maintain engagement.
• Prepare, mail, and process questionnaires and other study-related correspondence in a timely and accurate manner.
• Assist in tracking study participants and visit schedules using Microsoft Excel and other tracking tools.
• Maintain accurate, detailed, and well-organized records and files of all study-related work and documentation.
• Review, edit, clean, and enter participant data into electronic databases, ensuring data quality and completeness.
• Assist with literature reviews to support proposal submissions and manuscript preparation as needed.
• Support basic bookkeeping related to study budgets, including ordering supplies and requesting checks for payments and participant incentives.
• Perform miscellaneous administrative tasks such as typing labels, copying, faxing, preparing materials for meetings, taking notes, and transcribing audio files.
• Conduct chart reviews and extract relevant clinical information to support research data collection.
• Assist with patient recruitment activities in clinical and research settings.
• Utilize electronic data capture (EDC) systems and electronic medical records (EMR) to enter and manage study data.
• Apply Good Clinical Practice (GCP) principles in daily research activities to support regulatory and ethical compliance.
• Support oncology-related clinical research activities, including working with oncology patients and protocols.
• Leverage experience in the medical field to understand clinical terminology, procedures, and workflows.
• Contribute to clinical research trials by coordinating operational tasks and supporting the research team.
• Demonstrate strong data entry skills and attention to detail in all aspects of data management.
• Use technology effectively to streamline research processes and documentation.

Essential

Skills:

• High school diploma or General Education Development (GED).
• At least 6 months of clinical research experience.
• Experience in the medical field, with familiarity with clinical settings and terminology.
• Experience with patient recruitment and participant interaction in a research or clinical environment.
• Ability to conduct chart reviews and extract relevant clinical information.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Excel for tracking study participants and managing data.
• Experience with electronic data capture (EDC) systems.
• Experience with electronic medical records (EMR).
• Knowledge and practical understanding of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) in clinical research.
• Experience or exposure to oncology clinical research.
• Strong data entry skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks such as mailing, processing questionnaires, and maintaining records.
• Comfort with telephone and in-person communication for interviews and follow-up.
• Tech-savvy, with the ability to learn and use new software and digital tools.
• Demonstrated interest in growing a career in clinical research.

Additional Skills &

Qualifications:

• Experience working in oncology settings or with oncology patients.
• Phlebotomy experience.
• Experience supporting clinical research trials in a healthcare environment.
• Ability to assist with literature reviews for proposals and manuscripts.
• Basic bookkeeping skills related to study budgets, including ordering supplies and processing payments and incentives.
• Strong organizational skills for maintaining detailed records and files.
• Experience with administrative tasks such as meeting preparation, note-taking, and transcription.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for interacting with participants and research staff.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with investigators, research associates, and project managers.
• Motivation to develop professionally within the field of clinical research.

Work Environment:

This position is fully on-site, working five days per week at a clinical research facility in Lisle, IL. The role supports clinical research trials within a healthcare environment, providing exposure to leading healthcare practices and research operations. The coordinator works closely with investigators, research associates, project managers, and clinical staff, using…