Clinical Research Coordinator

The Geneva Foundation; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision healthcare

Flexible Spending Account

Health Savings account with employer

403b retirement plan with employer mat

Paid time off and holidays

PSLF eligibility

Job summary

The Geneva Foundation is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator to support the MIRROR Program at Fort Jackson, SC, coordinating research activities alongside the Principal Investigator and study team. This on-site role involves data collection, participant recruitment, on-site regulatory tasks, and report generation as assigned.

Ideal candidates bring 2–4 years in clinical research, knowledge of CFR/GCP/ICH guidelines, and strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
• 2–4 years clinical research experience preferred.
• Experience in nonprofit, research or healthcare settings desired.
• Competence in oral and written communication.
• Organized, detail oriented with professional demeanor.
• Flexible with changing priorities and diplomatic communication.
• Excel and Microsoft Office proficiency.
• Knowledge of CFR, GCP and ICH guidelines.
• Certification/licensure as ATC/PTA/PT is a plus.
• Familiarity with outcome assessments and patient evaluations.

Responsibilities

• Promote safety and confidentiality of research participants.
• Adhere to OSHA, GCP, GLP and infection control procedures.
• Coordinate initiation of study protocol and policies.
• Maintain data collection systems and assist with analysis.
• Recruit, instruct and coordinate research subjects as needed.
• Coordinate day-to-day activities of technical support staff.
• Organize meetings and outreach activities related to research.
• Document correspondence and communication pertinent to the research.
• Interact with Principal Investigator, site personnel, Geneva Foundation, and funder.
• Maintain regulatory documentation for IACUC/IRB and sponsor communications.

Skills

Communication skills

Organization

Attention to detail

Excel

Microsoft Office

GCP knowledge

ICH guidelines knowledge

CFR knowledge

Clinical research experience

Orthopedic/sports medicine familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Position

The Clinical Research Coordinator provides assistance to the Principal Investigator and Study Team coordinating research activities that may include assistance with clinical patient outcomes collection, recruiting research participants, data collection and management, on-site regulatory assistance, and other research activities as assigned. The Clinical Research Coordinator may also assist with report generation and project close-out support. The position will support the Musculoskeletal Injury Rehabilitation Research for Operational Readiness (MIRROR) Program. This program was established to support the execution of clinically relevant research to advance the care of service members with non-combat related musculoskeletal injury (MSI). Headquartered at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USU), MIRROR provides coordination and support of inter-service and inter-disciplinary partnerships across military treatment facilities (MTFs), military training centers (MTCs), and civilian academic centers to execute cutting-edge research in order to mitigate the burden of MSI on military readiness.

About the Project

This role will specifically contribute to a research initiative titled "A Prospective Investigation of Conservative Care for Grade IV Femoral Neck Stress Fractures and “Flash Signs” in Military Trainees (MIRROR Project 67)." The goal of this project is to evaluate whether conservative management of Grade IV femoral neck stress fractures (50–75% involvement) improves military retention and reduces separation compared to surgical treatment, while also assessing the predictive value of the flash sign, the reliability of fracture grading between providers, and differences in cost, recovery timelines, and health outcomes across treatment approaches. This is an on-site position assigned to the Moncrief Army Health Clinic at Fort Jackson, SC. A thorough government background check will be required. Salary $70,000 - $80,000.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree or equivalent work experience required


• 2-4 years experience in clinical research preferred


• 2-4 years non-profit, research, or healthcare experience desired


• Demonstrate competence in oral and written communication


• Must be organized, attentive to detail, and posses a positive, friendly and professional demeanor


• Must be flexible with changing priorities and able to communicate in a diplomatic and professional manner


• Computer skills including at least intermediate level experience with Excel and other Microsoft Office Software


• Knowledge of CFR, GCP and ICH guidelines


• Preferred Qualifications Certification or licensure as an Athletic Trainer (ATC), Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), or Physical Therapist (PT)


• Experience working in orthopedic, sports medicine, rehabilitation, or clinical research settings


• Familiarity with outcome assessments and patient functional evaluations


• Certification or licensure in a relevant clinical discipline (e.g., ATC, PTA, PT) is a plus, but not required to apply

Responsibilities

• Promote safety and confidentiality of research participants at all times


• Adhere to Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Good Clinical Practices (GCP), Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), and infection control procedures


• Plan and coordinate the initiation of research study protocol, and the implementation of operating policies and procedures


• Plan, implement and maintain data collection and analysis systems in support of research protocol; may coordinate the collection and analysis of research data


• Recruit, instruct and coordinate research subjects and/or volunteers, as appropriate to specific study objectives and work scope


• Coordinate the day-to-day activities of technical support staff specifically engaged in the carrying out of research/clinical protocol, as appropriate to the position; may perform aspects of research protocol, as required, in accordance with specified program objectives


• Organize and facilitate meetings, conferences, and other events associated with research activities; may perform and/or coordinate outreach activities, as appropriate to research objectives


• Document all correspondence and communication pertinent to the research


• Interact and communicate effectively with Principal Investigator, other site personnel, research participants, The Geneva Foundation, and the funding organization


• Comply with all the rules and regulations as applicable to assigned duty station


• Create and adhere to a data quality and quality assurance plan


• Assist with interim and annual reports


• S/he will be the primary liaison at the data collection site and will be responsible for explaining the project to military personnel associated with the study


• Demonstrate proficiency in performing basic study related procedures


• Complete required and applicable research training needed to complete research


• Maintain and update files of all applicable regulatory documentation for IACUC or IRB (including protocols, approvals, amendments, modifications, etc.) as well as any communications with the sponsor or any other Federal or regulatory office (including prior approvals, change in scope, etc.)

Benefits and Employment Terms

• Our benefits package includes financial rewards that are a significant part of the employee's total rewards compensation package.


• Geneva's highly competitive benefits include medical, dental, and vision healthcare, Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings account, with employer contribution.


• Coverage is provided for employees and family members including domestic partners.


• Short-and long-term disability, Employee Assistance Program, Life & ADD insurance, 403b retirement plan with generous employer match, flexible leave options, 11 paid holidays per year, and up to 4 weeks of paid time off in a rolling year.


• Employees may qualify for PSLF as Geneva is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.


• Full time positions come with all benefits.


• Part time and intermittent positions may vary.

Company Culture

As a leader in military medical research, at Geneva, our professionals develop critical solutions – and build rewarding careers. Our team of more than 400 employees across the world joins forces with some of the world’s leading researchers and innovators, who are committed to the advancement of military medicine worldwide.

The Geneva Foundation is an equal opportunity employer.