Clinical Research Coordinator

Thomas Jefferson University; United States; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia seeks a Clinical Research Support role to oversee day‑to‑day clinical trial activities, assist investigators, and manage data and specimens. The position involves recruitment support, consenting, and coordinating study visits, with emphasis on adherence to GCP and regulatory requirements.

The role includes regulatory filings, IRB submissions, documentation organization, and collaboration with the PI and staff to ensure trial quality and patient safety.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Knowledge of and ability to utilize technology tools to organize, store, and manage database systems.
• Knowledge of tools, techniques, and processes for gathering and reporting data within a department or division.
• Familiarity with legislation and regulatory bodies affecting healthcare practices.
• Understanding of rights and responsibilities of patients and caregivers.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent objectives, projects, or activities, making effective judgments about prioritization and time allocation.

Responsibilities

• Interacts with co‑workers, visitors, and other staff.
• Performs research, database, biospecimen collection and processing, and clerical duties to support clinical trials.
• Organizes and maintains documentation required for clinical trials.
• Informs Principal Investigator and/or designated individuals of any issues concerning patient response to treatment or adverse effects.
• Assists Principal Investigator with regulatory filings, including IRB submissions.
• May assist in the enrollment of human subjects.
• Provides clerical and technical support to ensure adherence to research protocols and quality of information received.

Education

High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent

Technology tools for database management

Data gathering & reporting

Regulatory awareness (healthcare)

Time management & prioritization

Tools

None

Job description

Job Details

Oversees day‑to‑day activities of a clinical trial in accordance with Good Clinical Research Practice (GCP). Performs research activities including database management, biological specimen processing, and clerical duties to assist investigators in organizing, gathering, and compiling clinical research data. Recruits, assists with consenting subjects, and conducts study visits.

Job Duties

• Interacts with co‑workers, visitors, and other staff.
• Performs research, database, biospecimen collection and processing, and clerical duties to support clinical trials.
• Organizes and maintains documentation required for clinical trials.
• Informs Principal Investigator and/or designated individuals of any issues concerning patient response to treatment or adverse effects.
• Assists Principal Investigator with regulatory filings, including IRB submissions.
• May assist in the enrollment of human subjects.
• Provides clerical and technical support to ensure adherence to research protocols and quality of information received.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• At least 4 years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of and ability to utilize technology tools to organize, store, and manage database systems.
• Knowledge of tools, techniques, and processes for gathering and reporting data within a department or division.
• Familiarity with legislation and regulatory bodies affecting healthcare practices.
• Understanding of principles and practices associated with the rights and responsibilities of patients and caregivers.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent objectives, projects, or activities, making effective judgments about prioritization and time allocation.

Physical Demands

• Lifts and carries 40–50 lbs.; pushes/pulls patients on bed or stretcher requiring 29 lbs. push force; lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of patient weight.
• Frequent to continuous standing and walking; patient transporters may walk 8–10 miles per shift.
• May be required to kneel, bend, squat, and perform CPR.

Employment Details

Work shift: Workday day (United States). Worker sub type: Regular employee. Primary location: 111 S 11th Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.

Benefits

Offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full‑time and part‑time colleagues, including medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, as well as voluntary benefits.

Disclaimer

This position description provides the major duties and responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.