Clinical Research Coordinator I

Cottage Health; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Cottage Health is seeking a Primary Coordinator to manage all study-related tasks for assigned studies, ensuring adherence to protocols and IRB requirements. The role involves coordinating with investigators, clinicians, and sponsors to drive compliant study execution.

Ideal candidates bring a Bachelor’s degree in a biomedical field and 6 months in research/healthcare, with strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; field in biomedical/healthcare preferred.
• Minimum 6 months of experience in research/healthcare environment.
• Experience with IRB processes and consent is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Acts as liaison between the Principal Investigator, IRB, hospital departments and study participants for study management.
• Assists physicians in identifying eligible patients and in the informed consent process; coordinates study activities and oversees study procedures.
• Submits documentation to IRB (opening/closing studies, consent forms, amendments) and assists in sponsor/source identification.
• Responsible for study drug/device accountability, ordering, distribution, and records; returns unused items to sponsor.

Skills

Communication

Written communication

Independence

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in biomedical/healthcare field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Job Description

Responsible for all study management tasks for studies in which they are assigned to as the Primary Coordinator.

Job Description

Responsible for all study management tasks for studies in which they are assigned to as the Primary Coordinator.

Responsibilities

This is not an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees will be required to perform any job, with related instruction given by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

• Acts as a liaison between the Principal Investigator (PI), Institutional Review Board (IRB), other hospital departments, and study participants for study management. Provides study information to physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and lab personnel. Arranges in-service trainings as appropriate. (40%)
• Assists physicians in identifying eligible patients and in the informed consent process. Depending on study, may perform informed consent process. Coordinates all research activities of study participants, identifies lab work necessary for each study, and oversees study drug administration. Monitors and reports adverse events according to IRB and protocol guidelines. Depending on study, may implement a system for obtaining, labeling, processing and shipping specimens in collaboration with the lab and hospital units. (30%)
• Submits required documentation to IRB including opening/closing of studies, informed consent documents, and amendments and renewals of study protocols. Assists Principal Investigator in identifying potential sponsors/studies. (25%)
• Responsible for study drug/device accountability, including ordering study drugs/devices, distribution/dispensation of study drugs/devices, and when appropriate, maintaining study drug/device accountability records and returning unused study drug/device to sponsor. (5%)

Qualifications

All job qualifications listed indicate the minimum level necessary to perform this job proficiently.

LEVEL OF EDUCATION

Minimum:

• Bachelor's Degree in biomedical or healthcare related field or Bachelor's Degree in unrelated field with relevant research experience.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Minimum:

• Must attain certification listed in preferred by 3rd year to maintain job position. Upon hire

Preferred

• Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP), Certified Research Coordinator (CRC), or Certified Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC)

Technical Requirements

Minimum:

• Excellent communication and writing skills. Basic Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook skills.

Preferred

• Familiarity with HIPAA regulations and regulations governing human subjects in research. Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the IRB process. Working knowledge of scientific and medical concepts and terminology, and strong familiarity with biomedical research protocols.

Years Of Related Work Experience

Minimum:

• 6 months of experience in research/healthcare environment (i.e. academic research experience)

Preferred

• Two or more years of research experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, And ABILITIES

All knowledge, skills, and abilities listed indicate the minimum level deemed necessary to perform this job proficiently.

• Capable of working independently with minimal direction. Able to comprehend guidelines of clinical trial protocols with general guidance from physician investigator(s). Effectively work with frequent interruptions, multi-task, and pay attention to extreme detail. Possess strong follow-through skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including diplomacy, dependability, empathy, a positive attitude and conscientiousness. Ability to work with both children and adult study participants, colleagues and community.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills that reflect a positive attitude and a sense of commitment to our patients, work associates and community.
• Excellent organizational skills

About Us

Cottage Health is a leading acute care hospital system, located on the central coast of California, widely known for our superior patient care, innovation, medical research and education. Our health system operates primarily in Santa Barbara, CA, since 1888, and consists of three acute care hospitals, a Rehabilitation Hospital, multiple clinics and a multi-site Urgent Care system. Our mission is to serve the central coast communities with excellence, integrity, and compassion. Every day we touch thousands of lives in many different ways, resolute in our mission to put patients first. We take pride in helping our patients get back to living their lives - in the places they love.

• Pay for non-physician positions is determined based on related years of experience and internal equity. Eligible employees may also receive additional forms of compensation, including shift differentials, on-call pay, incentive pay, and bonus opportunities, where applicable. Manager and above positions may participate in Cottage Health’s annual management incentive program. Physician compensation is determined based upon specialty and may include bonus potential. For more information on our comprehensive Total Rewards offerings, please visit https://cottagehealth.org/careers/total-rewards .