Clinical Research Coordinator II-Genetics

Lurie Children's; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Lurie Children's in Chicago is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator II for Genetics to support translational studies under moderate supervision. The role balances patient-facing tasks with regulatory data management across multiple studies.

Responsibilities include coordinating IRB submissions, site initiation visits, data abstraction, participant consent, and monitoring visits, while maintaining compliance with FDA, GCP, and related guidelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and one year research experience required.
• Proficient organizational skills to manage multiple studies.
• Excellent verbal and written communications.
• Knowledge of FDA, HSR, and GCP Guidelines.
• Strong analytical skills for quantitative and qualitative methods.
• Emerging leadership skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and collaborate in a diverse team.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate initiation and regulatory compliance of clinical studies.
• Prepare IRB and sponsor documents and ensure approvals.
• Manage study documents, regulatory binders, source documents.
• Coordinate and oversee study visits, site qualifications, initiation, monitoring, close-out.
• Collect specimens, record data, and ensure protocol compliance.
• Engage participants, conduct informed consent, coordinate reimbursement.
• Oversee supplies and equipment inventory; prep lab kits.
• Track deadlines for grants and deliverables.
• Prepare data for processing and analysis; develop codebooks.
• Participate in investigator meetings and assist with invoicing.

Skills

Organizational skills

Verbal and written communications

FDA knowledge

HSR knowledge

GCP knowledge

Analytical skills

Leadership

Prioritization & problem solving

Fostering inclusive teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Job description

## Clinical Research Coordinator II-GeneticsApply: Streeterville, Chicago, IL: Full time: Posted Today: JR2026-3016Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report.**Location**Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago**Job Description**Coordinates all clinical research activities with moderate supervision. Adheres to the service values and principles of research ethics. The balance between patient-facing and administrative data tasks varies according to the specific requirements of each research program. **Essential Job Functions:*** Coordinates and manages the initiation and regulatory compliance of clinical research studies, including preparing all necessary documents for IRB and sponsor review, coordinating study conduct across departments, and securing required approvals.* Manages study documents, including regulatory binders, source documents, and correspondence, while maintaining adherence and compliance to research protocols.* Coordinates and oversees all aspects of clinical research visits, including arranging and conducting visits, conducting site qualifications, initiation, monitoring, and close-out visits.* Collects specimens from subjects and ensures proper processing, records data on source documents and electronic systems, and conducts literature searches while assisting with QA/QC procedures to ensure data accuracy and protocol compliance.* Manages participant engagement throughout clinical trials by identifying eligible subjects, conducting informed consent processes, coordinating reimbursement, verifying eligibility, and serving as the primary patient liaison for study-related inquiries and support.* Manages and oversees all aspects related to supplies and equipment inventory, including preparation of lab kits and requisitions.* Tracks and manages deadlines for grants and deliverables.* Prepares abstracted and coded data for subsequent processing and analysis, while also developing codebooks for data dictionaries to ensure comprehensive data organization and accessibility.* Participates actively in investigator meetings, contributing to the ethical conduct of research through educational initiatives, and represents research findings at meetings and conferences.* Assists with financial aspects of studies including invoicing and billing management.* Other job functions as assigned. **Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:*** Bachelor’s degree and one year research experience required.* A combination of education and/or experience may be considered in lieu of the degree when the experience is directly related to the duties of the job.* Proficient organizational skills with ability to manage multiple studies.* Proficient verbal and written communications skills.* Proficient knowledge of FDA, HSR, and GCP Guidelines.* Proficient analytical skills with the ability to recognize quantitative and qualitative research methods and remain agile and adaptable to various technological systems.* Proficient entry level leadership skills.* Recognizes the need to prioritize tasks, problem solve, and work with others. Assists to foster an inclusive environment where all team members feel valued and respected.**Education****Pay Range**$49,920.00-$81,619.20 SalaryAt Lurie Children’s, we are committed to competitive and fair compensation aligned with market rates and internal equity, reflecting individual contributions, experience, and expertise. The pay range for this job indicates minimum and maximum targets for the position. Ranges are regularly reviewed to stay aligned with market conditions. In addition to base salary, Lurie Children’s offer a comprehensive rewards package that may include differentials for some hourly employees, leadership incentives for select roles, health and retirement benefits, and wellbeing programs. For more details on other compensation, consult your recruiter or click the following link to learn more about our benefits.