Oncology Clinical Research Coordinator - Early-Phase Trials

START Center for Cancer Research; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement savings plan with an

Annual performance bonus

Paid time off and holidays

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

FSA/HSA plans

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

The START Center for Cancer Research in Pittsburgh is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator to support early-phase oncology trials. You will work under senior staff to ensure accurate conduct, regulatory compliance, and patient safety across multiple protocols.

The role involves direct patient interaction, data collection, and adherence to GCP, with a Monday–Friday schedule and site location in Pittsburgh. Strong organizational skills and experience with trial management software are essential.

Qualifications

• 2 years of clinical research experience supporting interventional studies.
• Strong experience in oncology clinical trials, particularly Phase 1 studies.
• Working knowledge of GCP and regulatory requirements.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and clinical trial management software.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with study Sponsors, CROs, staff regarding protocol questions and status.
• Monitor day-to-day conduct of studies per protocol, SOPs, and GCP to ensure integrity.
• Create or review forms for assigned trials to assure protocol compliance.
• Assist with patient screening and eligibility determination.
• Facilitate the informed consent process ensuring proper completion.
• Prepare and manage source documents according to SOPs.
• Recognize deviations to the protocol and work with leadership to address corrective actions.
• Collaborate with the Principal Investigator to complete and submit Serious Adverse Event reports.
• Perform protocol-specific closeout activities with the data coordinator.
• Provide documentation for all protocol or SOP deviations.

Skills

oncology clinical trials

GCP compliance

attention to detail

multi-tasking

deadline management

MS Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Clinical trial management software

MS Office Suite

Job description

The START Center for Cancer Research in Pittsburgh is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator to support early-phase oncology trials. You will work under senior staff to ensure accurate conduct, regulatory compliance, and patient safety across multiple protocols.

The role involves direct patient interaction, data collection, and adherence to GCP, with a Monday–Friday schedule and site location in Pittsburgh. Strong organizational skills and experience with trial management software are essential.