Clinical Studies Coordinator II, Neurology

Department: 37103 Wake Forest University Health Sciences - Neurology

Status:
Full time

Benefits Eligible:
Yes

Hours Per Week: 40

Schedule Details/Additional Information: full‑time

Pay Range $26.55 - $39.85

The clinical studies coordinator will be an integral member of Dr. Eseosa Ighodaro’s clinical research team, dedicated to advancing stroke care through innovative interventions and quality improvement initiatives. Working under the direct supervision of Dr. Ighodaro, this role involves performing a broad range of technical and administrative responsibilities to support research activities within clinical settings. The clinical studies coordinator will contribute to the success of studies aimed at improving stroke care for patients at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Hospital, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and operational efficiency throughout all phases of research.

Key responsibilities include assisting with patient screening, interview, data collection, analysis, coordinating study logistics, IRB submissions, maintaining regulatory documentation, and supporting scholarly outputs. This position requires exceptional organizational skills, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to learn and transition to work independently while thriving in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment. The role is contingent upon grant funding and offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes and the community.

Bachelor’s degree with two years’ experience in clinical research; or an equivalent combination of experience and education.

OCRA or ACRP Certification preferred.
Must complete the CITI certification for Human Subject Research if not already completed.
All additional required Wake One training for research coordinators.

Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
Excellent reading comprehension.
Strong organizational skills.
EPIC/Wake One proficiency to include appropriate documentation of research notes.
Proficient in the use of OnCore/WISER Clinical Trial Management System.
Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Products.
Fosters/promotes a positive image and professional appearance.
Sensitivity to intercultural relations.
Sensitivity to the maintenance of confidentiality.
Clinical patient‑facing experience.
Expertise with electronic medical record chart review.
Basic understanding of medical terminology.
Strong work ethic.
Willingness to learn new skills.
Receptive to constructive feedback.

• Research & Data Management
  • Assist in developing research methodologies and protocols
  • Conduct clinical patient recruitment, screening, and interviewing, and follow‑up activities for research studies
  • Perform data collection and analysis
  • Generate study reports
• Manuscript & Grant Preparation
  • Conduct literature reviews to support ongoing studies
  • Prepare tables, figures, and data reports for manuscripts and grants
  • Assist in writing research content for publications
  • Format and submit papers to journals
• Regulatory & Compliance
  • Submit IRB applications for research and quality improvement studies.
  • Maintain regulatory documentation.
  • Ensure all aspects of the study comply with protocol and institutional standards.
• Other Tasks
  • Plays an active role in recruitment of patients to study.
  • Performs protocol specific duties required per the research protocol.
  • Obtains or assists the Principal Investigator in obtaining informed consent from subjects and reinforces the information that has been provided to subjects and families.
  • Fulfills sponsor requirements related to reportable information including adverse events, unanticipated problems, and other information required by the sponsor protocol.
  • Abstracts data from the medical record and completes paper and electronic case report forms, including responding to any requests for data clarification, and maintains all necessary source documents.
  • Identifies and communicates important protocol and data management issues or problems to the supervisor in a timely manner.
  • Participates in scheduled team/department meetings.
  • Participates in quality…