Clinical Research Coordinator II

3333 Bayshore Blvd, Pasadena, TX 77504, USA

Posted Friday, August 7, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Renal Specialists of Houston
Pasadena, Texas

Renal Specialists of Houston is seeking an experienced Clinical Research Coordinator II to lead the day-to-day execution of clinical trials at our Pasadena research site. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated research professional who thrives in a patient-focused environment and wants to play a key role in bringing innovative therapies to patients with chronic kidney disease and related conditions.

As a Clinical Research Coordinator II, you will partner closely with investigators, patients, sponsors, and research leadership to drive study enrollment, ensure regulatory compliance, and deliver high-quality research outcomes. You'll have the opportunity to manage studies from startup through closeout while helping shape the future of nephrology care.

• Manage assigned clinical trials in accordance with protocol requirements, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), and site SOPs.
• Review and understand study protocols, eligibility criteria, visit schedules, and study procedures.
• Coordinate all participant visits and study-related activities from screening through study completion.
• Ensure protocol compliance and proactively prevent protocol deviations.
• Identify, screen, and recruit eligible patients for clinical research studies.
• Educate patients on study opportunities and facilitate informed consent discussions.
• Collaborate with physicians, clinic staff, and research leadership to maximize enrollment and retention.
• Partner with centralized research teams to achieve and exceed enrollment goals.

• Perform study procedures including:
  • Vital signs
  • Height and weight measurements
  • Blood collection and specimen processing
  • ECGs
  • Investigational product accountability
• Collect, document, and enter study data accurately and in a timely manner.
• Maintain source documentation and case report forms in accordance with ALCOA principles and regulatory standards.
• Ensure all study records are audit-ready at all times.

• Report adverse events and serious adverse events according to protocol, sponsor, IRB, and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare for sponsor monitoring visits and respond promptly to follow-up requests.
• Maintain temperature logs, accountability records, training documentation, and essential study files.
• Support site readiness for audits, inspections, and sponsor visits.
• Train clinic staff on study requirements and document training completion.
• Coordinate with practice leadership to ensure adequate space, staffing, and resources for study execution.
• Identify workflow improvements that enhance recruitment, enrollment, and study efficiency.
• Serve as a trusted resource for patients, providers, sponsors, and research partners.

• 3-5+ years of clinical research coordination experience.
• Working knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP), FDA regulations, and clinical trial operations.
• Experience obtaining informed consent and managing study participants.
• Ability to perform basic clinical procedures, including phlebotomy, vital signs, specimen processing, and ECGs.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple studies and competing priorities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Bachelor's degree in a health-related field.
• Medical Assistant Certification.
• ACRP or SOCRA certification.
• GCP and/or IATA certification.
• Experience in nephrology, chronic kidney disease (CKD), dialysis, vascular access, or related therapeutic areas.

• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge clinical trials that directly impact patient care.
• Collaborative team environment with experienced investigators and research professionals.
• Growing research program with opportunities for professional development and advancement.
• Meaningful work that helps bring innovative treatments to patients living…