Impactful Clinical Trials: Patient Recruitment Specialist

SQRL; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k) match

PTO

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

SQRL in Walnut Creek, CA is hiring a Clinical Research Patient Recruitment Specialist to identify, screen, and follow up with potential trial participants. This on-site role supports enrollment goals across multiple studies and requires calm communication, precise documentation, and the ability to manage high call volumes.

The position offers a Monday–Friday day shift, 40 hours per week, with a competitive hourly rate of $26–$28 and comprehensive benefits including health coverage, 401(k) match,

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in clinical research, biological research, patient recruitment, or a closely related environment.
• Prior experience handling high-volume inbound and outbound phone calls.
• Familiarity with medical terminology and clinical research regulations such as GCP, HIPAA, FDA, or IRB guidelines is preferred.
• Comfortable working independently, managing multiple priorities, and accurately documenting activity in computerized systems.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inbound and outbound calls with potential study participants and complete initial phone screenings
• Review study requirements and use protocol criteria to determine whether potential participants may qualify
• Enter patient medical history, demographic information, screening results, and follow-up activity into clinical research systems
• Maintain consistent follow-up with prospective participants, including appointment reminders and outreach to missed appointments
• Support recruitment planning, study launches, community events, screenings, and other initiatives designed to increase enrollment
• Work closely with the broader clinical research team while maintaining patient confidentiality and following applicable research regulations

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Organization

Follow-up

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College degree preferred

Job description

SQRL in Walnut Creek, CA is hiring a Clinical Research Patient Recruitment Specialist to identify, screen, and follow up with potential trial participants. This on-site role supports enrollment goals across multiple studies and requires calm communication, precise documentation, and the ability to manage high call volumes.

The position offers a Monday–Friday day shift, 40 hours per week, with a competitive hourly rate of $26–$28 and comprehensive benefits including health coverage, 401(k) match,