Clinical Research Coordinator I — Enroll & Advance Trials

MemorialCare; Fountain Valley (CA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

MemorialCare Health System in Fountain Valley, CA is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator I to recruit, enroll and follow-up on participants in clinical trials across therapeutic areas. You will work under supervision to ensure protocol adherence, regulatory compliance, and data quality.

The role requires at least two years in clinical research, strong data management and communication skills, and the ability to coordinate cross-functional activities with trial staff and investigators.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two (2) years of clinical research experience required.
• Familiarity with federal, state and local regulations preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills required.
• Ability to read and understand clinical trial protocols required.
• Strong data management skills and attention to detail required.
• Familiarity with medical terminology/environment required.
• Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat) required.

Responsibilities

• Enlists, maintains, and assures protocol compliance for all study participants.
• Collaborates with study investigator to determine eligibility.
• Screens potential participants and handles informed consent and enrollment.
• Ensures compliance with SOP, GCP, and regulations.
• Coordinates patient care per protocol and manages investigational drug accountability.
• Documents findings and maintains regulatory binders.
• Provides education to participants and vendors; participates in training.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Clinical trial protocols

Data management

Medical terminology

Microsoft Office

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Associates degree or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Research certification preferred

Phlebotomy certification preferred

CITI training preferred

Driver's license travel required

Tools

N/A

Job description

MemorialCare Health System in Fountain Valley, CA is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator I to recruit, enroll and follow-up on participants in clinical trials across therapeutic areas. You will work under supervision to ensure protocol adherence, regulatory compliance, and data quality.

The role requires at least two years in clinical research, strong data management and communication skills, and the ability to coordinate cross-functional activities with trial staff and investigators.