Part-Time Clinical Research Coordinator

Actalent; Chattanooga (TN); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Hybrid Part-Time Clinical Research Coordinator in the Chattanooga, TN area to support a clinical trial. You will recruit participants, educate them about the study, and help ensure ongoing engagement and compliance.

This 24-hour-per-week role offers a flexible schedule with most work done remotely or in a hybrid setting. Ideal candidates have strong clinical research experience, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to communicate confidently with participants

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Clinical Research Coordinator or clinical research experience.
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Responsibilities

• Identify, pre-screen, and recruit eligible participants through outreach.
• Perform recruitment activities including phone screening and in-person discussions.
• Coordinate with clinics and professionals to generate referrals for the trial.
• Educate providers about the trial objectives, eligibility, and participant qualifications.
• Explain study procedures and expectations to potential participants clearly.

Skills

Clinical research

Patient recruitment

HIPAA training

GCP training

Organizational skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Job Title: Hybrid Part-Time Clinical Research Coordinator

Job Description

This Clinical Research Coordinator role supports a clinical trial at a research site in the Chattanooga, TN area. You will identify and recruit eligible participants, educate them about the study, and help ensure they remain engaged and compliant throughout the trial. The position requires strong clinical research experience, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to communicate confidently with both participants and research staff. This is a 24-hour-per-week role. It is a flexible position with a majority of the hours remote or hybrid.

Responsibilities

• Identify, pre-screen, and recruit eligible participants for the clinical trial through community outreach and other recruitment strategies.
• Perform patient recruitment activities, including phone screening, in-person discussions, and follow-up communication to support enrollment goals.
• Conduct community outreach efforts to spread awareness of the study, including visiting local community locations and attending community events.
• Partner with local clinics, medical practices, and medical professionals to generate patient referrals for the clinical trial.
• Educate healthcare providers about the clinical trial, including study objectives, eligibility criteria, and participant qualifications.
• Explain study procedures, expectations, and requirements to potential participants in a clear and empathetic manner.
• Support participants throughout the trial to promote engagement, adherence, and protocol compliance.
• Collaborate closely with research staff and investigators to ensure accurate and timely execution of study-related activities.
• Use electronic medical records (EMR) systems to review patient information, support pre-screening, and document recruitment activities.
• Follow Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines and privacy regulations to protect participant safety and confidentiality.
• Maintain organized documentation of recruitment efforts, participant interactions, and study-related records.
• Contribute to a fast-paced research environment by managing multiple tasks and priorities with strong attention to detail.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience as a Clinical Research Coordinator or Clinical Research Experience.
• At least 1+ year of experience in patient recruitment for clinical research or clinical trials.
• Clinical research experience, including familiarity with clinical trial processes and protocols.
• Training in HIPAA regulations and patient privacy requirements.
• Training in Good Clinical Practice (GCP).
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Confident verbal and written communication skills for interacting with participants, providers, and research staff.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Chattanooga, TN.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $35.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.

If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long‑term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Chattanooga,TN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 19, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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