Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC)

Azimuth Research Group; Portsmouth (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global research organization is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) in Portsmouth, VA. The CRC will ensure coordination of clinical trials, focusing on military service members and veterans. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of clinical research experience, ideally in government settings. Expertise in research operations, compliance with GCP, and strong communication skills are essential. The role includes significant collaboration and potential travel to military sites.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of clinical research experience required.
• SOCRA/ACRP certification preferred.
• Up to date immunizations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate operational aspects of clinical research projects.
• Support development of regulatory documents.
• Assist in participant screening and recruitment.
• Ensure study activities meet GCP and DoD HRPP requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders.

Skills

Strong understanding of clinical research operations

Ability to perform study procedures with high accuracy

Strong communication skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office and EDC systems

Working knowledge of the Department of Defense Military Health System

Experience with EHR systems like MHS GENESIS

Education

Bachelor’s degree in science, public health, healthcare administration

Job description

Company Overview

Azimuth Research Group (Azimuth) is a global research organization that leverages point of care data to address challenging questions for clients in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry, as well as academia. Our vision is to remake the biopharmaceutical and overall research industry by embedding continuous, adaptive research into healthcare delivery ecosystems. We accelerate the discovery and development of therapies with intelligent precision–ultimately improving patient outcomes globally.

Work Location

Hampton Roads Area (Portsmouth, VA)

Job Title

Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC)

Job Status

Full-time Employment

Job Summary

The CRC is responsible for day-to-day clinical trial coordination activities including site communication, participant screening support, data collection oversight, regulatory documentation, and protocol compliance. This role requires working knowledge of the DoD Military Health System, including familiarity with MHS GENESIS (Cerner), military medical operations, clinical workflows within military treatment facilities (MTFs), and DoD clinical research governance. The CRC ensures operational excellence in studies involving active-duty service members, veterans, and beneficiaries while maintaining the highest standards of data integrity and participant safety.

Clinical Operations

Reports to: Clinical Operations Study Manager

Education

Bachelor’s degree, preferably with a focus in science, public health, healthcare administration, or related field required.

Licensure

N/A

Clinical Experience

N/A

Research Experience

At least 5 years of clinical research experience required, preferably within the DoD, VA, or other US government clinical research settings.

Research Certification

SOCRA/ACRP certification preferred

DOD Site Requirements

• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance per US government requirements.
• Up to date immunizations.

Core Skills & Experience

• Strong understanding of clinical research operations, GCP, and human subjects research principles.
• Ability to perform study procedures with high accuracy and attention to protocol detail.
• Ability to support multiple studies, priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced research environment.
• Strong communication skills, professionalism, and ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, EDC systems, and remote collaboration tools.
• Experience within DoD, VA, or other US government healthcare environments is highly desirable.
• Working knowledge of the Department of Defense Military Health System, including clinical workflows and research oversight processes.
• Experience with EHR systems such as MHS GENESIS (Cerner) preferred.

Job Responsibilities

• Coordinate operational aspects of clinical research projects across assigned study sites, including military treatment facilities.
• Support the development, maintenance, and review of regulatory documents (e.g., ICFs, protocol amendments, IRB submissions).
• Assist in participant screening, eligibility verification, recruitment tracking, and scheduling in alignment with protocol requirements.
• Serve as a point of contact for site personnel, investigators, and DoD clinical research offices.
• Ensure all study activities meet GCP, FDA, ICH, and DoD Human Research Protection Program (HRPP) requirements.
• Support data abstraction from MHS systems and ensure accurate, timely entry into EDC and study databases.
• Monitor protocol adherence and elevate deviations or safety concerns appropriately.
• Prepare for site visits, audits, and monitoring activities; support follow-up and documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders, including biostatistics, data science, and clinical operations teams.
• Maintain complete study records, logs, and documentation in compliance with Azimuth SOPs and DoD regulatory frameworks.
• Schedule flexibility to support calls related to patients that may occur early in the morning or late in the evening as well as potentially on the weekends.
• Contribute to process improvement and quality initiatives across Azimuth’s research operations.
• Ability to perform protocol procedures as needed (e.g. phlebotomy, ECGs, biological specimen collection).
• Attend study and staff meetings as required.
• Assist with regulatory submissions as needed.

Extent of Travel

Up to 25%, including travel to military treatment facilities and partner sites.

Management or Individual Contributor

Individual Contributor