Clinical Research Coordinator I - Nurse

Iterative Scopes; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Iterative Health in Tucson, AZ is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator I – RN to support daily trial activities across our GI and related studies. You will interact with participants, schedule visits, ensure protocol compliance, and maintain data accuracy.

The ideal candidate holds an active RN license, has 1–2 years of clinical research experience, and can work independently in a fast-paced setting. GI/hepatology exposure and CTMS familiarity are a plus.

Qualifications

• Active RN license required.
• 1–2 years clinical research experience preferred.
• GI/hepatology exposure is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and protocol compliance.

Responsibilities

• Schedule patient visits and procedures per protocol.
• Enter data and maintain source documentation with accuracy.
• Manage study documentation including consent and CRFs.
• Coordinate with PI, CRO, sponsor, and sites.
• Recruit participants and obtain informed consent.
• Monitor patient safety and adherence to GCP.

Skills

Clinical trial coordination

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

RN license

Tools

CTMS

Job description

Iterative Health is a healthcare technology and services company powering the acceleration of clinical research to transform patient outcomes.

We built a leading performance-driven network of 100+ sites across the US, Europe, India, and Australia, conducting research directly in the communities where care is delivered across gastrointestinal, hepatology, obesity, and cardiology. By combining deep clinical trial expertise with cutting-edge AI, we connect sponsors' scientific ambitions with high-performing research teams that expedite and expand access to novel therapeutics for patients in need. Today, Iterative Health is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and New York City with 250+ employees world-wide.

A Clinical Research Coordinator I – RN at Iterative Health is an essential member of the site research team, supporting, facilitating, and coordinating the daily execution of clinical trials across our network. This role is at the heart of every study — managing patient interactions, ensuring protocol compliance, maintaining data integrity, and keeping the operational machinery of clinical research running smoothly.

The ideal candidate brings clinical research experience, a patient-first mindset, strong attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, protocol-driven environment. This role provides a strong foundation for success while offering a clear path for professional growth within Iterative Health's expanding site network.

Where You’ll Drive Impact

• Administratively and clinically manage industry-sponsored clinical trials, including problem-solving, communication, and protocol management.
• Schedule all patient research visits and procedures in accordance with protocol requirements.
• Ensure relevant study and subject-specific information is entered into the CTMS on a regular basis.
• Complete and maintain study documentation including consent forms, source documentation, progress notes, case report forms, and investigational accountability forms.
• Complete and maintain case report forms per FDA guidelines, reviewing them against patient medical records for completeness and accuracy.
• Schedule and prepare for monitor visits.
• Maintain inventory of study equipment and supplies onsite at all times.

• Lead patient recruitment activities including chart reviews, protocol discussions with patients, and verification of informed consent documentation.
• Conduct patient visits as outlined within each study protocol.
• Act as the primary point of contact for study participants throughout the course of the study.

• Dispense study medication, collect vital signs, and perform ECGs per protocol.
• Perform blood draws; process and ship specimens per study protocol and IATA regulations.
• As assigned: place IVs, administer IV medications and fluids, give intramuscular and subcutaneous injections, monitor patients during infusion, and discharge patients in accordance with protocol and site policies.

• Adhere to Research SOPs, Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines, and study protocols at all times.
• Assist with routine data verification and quality control, ensuring data integrity and consistency with prescribed study protocols.
• Ensure all safety data is reviewed by the PI in a timely manner.
• Cooperate with site compliance and monitoring efforts regarding the access, use, and disclosure of PHI; report instances of noncompliance to the appropriate compliance office.
• Assist the study team in protecting the rights and welfare of all human research participants in accordance with federal regulations.
• Maintain ongoing communication with the CRO, sponsor, research participants, Site Manager, and PI throughout the course of each study.
• Actively participate in communication of status and results to management.

• Perform job related duties as requested

What You Bring to the Team

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license required.
• 1–2 years of clinical research experience strongly preferred.
• Solid nursing background with a concentration in, or willingness to develop advanced knowledge of, GI specialty.
• Ability to execute research tasks with guidance from experienced staff, PIs, and management.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply clinic policies and research protocols.
• Proficiency in standard office software and CTMS platforms.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior GI or hepatology clinical research experience.
• Familiarity with GCP guidelines and FDA regulations governing clinical research.
• Experience with CTMS, EDC, or eTMF platforms.
• ACRP or SOCRA certification (CCRC or CCRP), or active pursuit of certification.

At Iterative Health, we’re actively working towards creating an environment that is representative of the diversity of patients our technology serves. We are focused on building an equitable and inclusive culture, and by extension, hiring process. If you require any accommodations to make the application process or interviewing experience more accessible to you, please contact [e-mail].