Data Coordinator

START Research; Grand Rapids (MI); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement savings plan with 2%

Performance bonus eligibility

Generous paid time off & holidays

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Job summary

START Research in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a Data Coordinator to collect, enter, and transmit clinical data for investigational drug studies. The role emphasizes accuracy of CRFs and timely data entry across paper and electronic formats.

You will work with the study team to obtain records, review data quality, and schedule monitor visits, contributing to QA and regulatory readiness in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 2 years of clinical data entry experience.
• Knowledge of general office administration skills, including computer applications.
• Familiarity with medical terminology and clinical data concepts.

Responsibilities

• Collect, enter/transcribe, and transmit/submit clinical data in paper and/or electronic CRFs.
• Receive and request patient records/data from the study team as required to complete CRFs.
• Review patient data for completeness and accuracy for assigned studies.
• Coordinate and schedule monitor visits for assigned studies, including exit meetings with monitors.
• Identify lab facilities used for studies and inform Regulatory Affairs for certifications.
• Review protocols to guide study activities and ensure data entry remains current.
• Attend meetings related to assigned studies (site initiation, monitor exit, audits).
• Other duties may be assigned at any time.

Skills

Clinical data entry

Data coordination

Medical terminology

Team coordination

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Tools

CRFs

EDC systems

Job description

The START Center for Cancer Research (“START”) is the world’s largestearly phasesite network, fully dedicated tooncologyclinical research.Throughout ourhistory, START has provided hope to cancer patients inglobalcommunity practices by offering\"Hope Through Access”tocutting edgetrials throughout the UnitedStatesand Europe.

We areseekingaData Coordinator. This role will collect, enter/transcribe, andtransmit/submitclinical data for assigned investigational drug studies.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m

Location: 800 Foremost Dr SEGrand Rapids, Michigan49546

Essential Responsibilities:

• Collect, enter/transcribe, and transmit/submit clinical data in paper and/or electronic case report forms (CRFs), including correction and query resolution for assigned investigational drug studies.
• Receive and request patient records/data from the study team as required to complete CRFs for assigned studies.
• Review patient data for completeness and accuracy for assigned studies.
• Coordinate and schedule monitor visits for assigned studies.This includes exit meetings with monitors to review data or queries.
• Identifylab facilities used for assigned studies and communicate to the Regulatory Affairs staff so that lab certifications can be requested for the study file.
• Review andutilizeprotocols as guides for study activities for assigned studies.
• Assure that data entryremains current for all assigned studies.
• Attend meetings asrequiredfor assigned studies.This includes, but is not limited to, site initiation meetings,monitorexit meetings, close-out visit meetings, and audit preparation meetings.
• Other duties may be assigned at any time.

Education & Experience:

• High School Diploma/GED.
• 2 years of clinical data entry experience.
• Knowledge and training in general office administration skills, including computerapplications,filing systems., etc.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Ability to accurately perform data review and CRF completion in its entirety with minimal direction.
• Familiarity with medical terminology.
• CCRP or CCRC credentials is highly desirable.

Physical and Travel Requirements:

• Travelrequiredup to10% of the time.
• Sittingfor extended periods of time.
• Typing and computer use for extended periods of time.

We value the time, talent, and dedication our employees bring to START. Our commitment to your well-being and growth is reflected in a competitive compensation package—based on experience—along with comprehensive benefits designed to support you both personally and professionally:

Best-in-Class Benefits and Perks

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Eligibility for an annual performance bonus, based on role and company results
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverageand optional insuranceoptions
• Company p‑aid life and disability insurance for added financial protection
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing confidential, no ‑cost support for you and your family from day one
• Flexible FSA and HSA plans to support your financial wellness
• Commitment to a supportive environment that values balance, wellbeing, and flexibility
• We’recommitted to fostering a collaborative, creative workplace where every team member is encouraged to contribute. At START,you’lljoin a team that values continuous learning, professional growth, shared ideas, and a culture built on inclusivity and innovation.

More About START

START clinical trial sites have conducted more than 1,000 early-phase clinical trials, including dozens of therapies that were approved by the FDA or EMA. STARTrepresentsthe world’s largest roster of early-phase principal investigators across its Network of clinical trial sites. Committed to accelerating passage from trials to treatments, START delivers hope to patients, families, and physicians around the world via our mission of “Hope Through Access”.As an example, in San Antonio, where START was founded, START treated the first patient ever with Keytruda –one ofthe most effective cancerdrugsin medical history.

Learn more atSTARTresearch.com.

Ready to be part of a team changing the future of cancer treatment?

Join us in our mission to conquer cancer, one clinical trial at a time. Yourexpertiseand dedication can help us bring hope and healing to patients worldwide.

We are an equal opportunity employer that welcomes and encourages diversity in the workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.