Clinical Research Coordinator I — Patient-Focused Trials

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

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.