Clinical Research Lead - Site Management & Data Quality

Real; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Real is seeking a Clinical Operations Specialist to manage study sites and ensure compliance with GCP, regulatory requirements, and the Johnson & Johnson Credo Values in a Chicago area role. You will coordinate site activities, support patient recruitment, and help drive data quality across trials.

The role requires at least a bachelor's degree in a life/biomedical field, 2+ years in clinical research, and the ability to travel up to 80% to support multiple sites and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Life Science, Physical Science, Nursing or Biological Science.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant clinical research experience.
• Previous medical device monitoring or equivalent experience is preferred.
• Understanding regulations and standards in clinical research and medical devices.
• Certifications such as CCRA, RAC or CDE are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensures adherence to Johnson & Johnson Credo Values in all site activities.
• Verifies safety and well-being of study subjects at assigned sites.
• Supports operational execution of clinical trials and ensures high-quality data collection.
• Follows SOPs, GCP, and regulatory requirements for trials.
• Maintains Investigator Site Files per regulations and company procedures.
• Assists with patient recruitment/retention activities and site training.
• Travels up to 80% to manage study sites and support sponsors.

Skills

Leadership

Communications

Presentation

Organization

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Real is seeking a Clinical Operations Specialist to manage study sites and ensure compliance with GCP, regulatory requirements, and the Johnson & Johnson Credo Values in a Chicago area role. You will coordinate site activities, support patient recruitment, and help drive data quality across trials.

The role requires at least a bachelor's degree in a life/biomedical field, 2+ years in clinical research, and the ability to travel up to 80% to support multiple sites and stakeholders.