Data Coordinator

The START Center for Cancer Research; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement savings plan with em

Annual performance bonus

Paid time off and holidays

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

EAP for dependents

Flexible FSA/HSA

Collaborative working environment

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

The START Center for Cancer Research in Pittsburgh is seeking a Data Coordinator to collect, enter, and transmit clinical data for investigational drug studies at our site.

You will review data for completeness, coordinate monitor visits, and ensure timely CRF completion in collaboration with study teams, while maintaining accurate documentation.

This role supports ongoing trials and requires attention to detail, basic office skills, and the ability to work Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2 years of clinical data entry experience.
• Knowledge of general office administration skills and computer applications.

Responsibilities

• Collect, enter/transcribe, and transmit/submit clinical data in paper and/or electronic forms; correct queries and ensure data accuracy.
• Receive and request patient records/data from the study team as needed to complete CRFs.
• Review patient data for completeness and accuracy for assigned studies.
• Coordinate and schedule monitor visits, including exit meetings to review data or queries.
• Identify lab facilities and communicate with Regulatory Affairs to obtain lab certifications.
• Review and utilize study protocols as guides for data entry activities.
• Maintain current data entry for all assigned studies.
• Attend study meetings, site initiation, monitor exit, close-out, and audit preparation meetings.

Skills

Clinical data entry

Medical terminology

Office administration

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Job description

The START Center for Cancer Research (“START”) is the world’s largest early phase site network, fully dedicated to oncology clinical research. Throughout our history, START has provided hope to cancer patients in global community practices by offering "Hope Through Access” to cutting edge trials throughout the United States and Europe.

We are seeking a Data Coordinator. This role will collect, enter/transcribe, and transmit/submit clinical data for assigned investigational drug studies.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Location: START – Pittsburgh (320 East North Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15212)

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.
• Identify lab facilities used for assigned studies and communicate to the Regulatory Affairs staff so that lab certifications can be requested for the study file.
• Review and utilize protocols as guides for study activities for assigned studies.
• Assure that data entry remains current for all assigned studies.
• Attend meetings as required for assigned studies. This includes, but is not limited to, site initiation meetings, monitor exit meetings, close‑out visit meetings, and audit preparation meetings.

Education & Experience

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

Benefits

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:

• 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 coverage and optional insurance options
• 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’re committed to fostering a collaborative, creative workplace where every team member is encouraged to contribute. At START, you’ll join 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. START represents the 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 of the most effective cancer drugs in medical history.

Learn more atSTARTresearch.com.

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.