Clinical Research Coordinator

ECN Operating LLC; Merrillville (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

ECN Operating LLC in Merrillville, IN is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator to join our research team. The CRC will coordinate and support all aspects of clinical trials, including subject recruitment, data collection, and regulatory compliance.

Candidates with Phlebotomy or MA certification are strongly preferred. The role may involve specimen collection and basic clinical procedures, requiring strong organization and communication skills and experience with REDCap or other EDC platforms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a health-related field is required.
• 1–2 years of clinical research experience preferred.
• Phlebotomy or MA certification preferred.
• Knowledge of GCP and regulatory guidelines.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and REDCap or similar EDC systems.
• Ability to work independently and in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day clinical research activities to ensure study protocols are followed.
• Recruit, screen, and enroll study participants.
• Obtain informed consent and ensure ethical conduct in all study interactions.
• Collect, process, and ship biological specimens per protocol.
• Perform basic clinical procedures as permitted by certification (e.g., vital signs, EKGs).
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in case report forms and electronic databases.
• Communicate with sponsors, monitors, and IRBs regarding study progress and compliance.
• Schedule participant visits and follow-ups; ensure visit windows are met.
• Ensure proper storage, handling, and accountability of investigational products, if applicable.
• Maintain regulatory documents and assist with IRB submissions.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

REDCap

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

REDCap

EHR/EMR

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We are seeking a highly organized and motivated Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) to join our research team. The CRC will coordinate and support all aspects of clinical trials and research studies, including subject recruitment, data collection, regulatory compliance, and specimen handling. Candidates with current Phlebotomy certification or Medical Assistant (MA) certification are strongly preferred, as this role may include specimen collection and basic clinical procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day clinical research activities to ensure study protocols are followed.
• Recruit, screen, and enroll study participants.
• Obtain informed consent and ensure ethical conduct in all study interactions.
• Collect, process, and ship biological specimens per protocol (e.g., blood draws, urine samples).
• Perform basic clinical procedures as permitted by certification (e.g., vital signs, EKGs).
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in case report forms and electronic databases.
• Communicate with sponsors, monitors, and IRBs regarding study progress and compliance.
• Schedule participant visits and follow-ups; ensure visit windows are met.
• Ensure proper storage, handling, and accountability of investigational products, if applicable.
• Maintain regulatory documents and assist with IRB submissions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a health-related field required.
• At least 1–2 years of experience in clinical research preferred.
• Phlebotomy certification or MA certification preferred.
• Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and regulatory guidelines.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and electronic data capture systems (e.g., REDCap, EDC platforms).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in clinical trials, especially in a hospital or academic setting.
• Familiarity with IRB processes and clinical trial documentation.
• Bilingual skills (depending on patient population) may be a plus.