Project Coordinator - Clinical Research

Piedmont; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Healthcare is seeking a seasoned professional to lead the start-up activities for clinical research protocols across multiple service lines. You will coordinate operational, clinical and financial aspects, ensuring regulatory compliance and efficient site initiation.

The ideal candidate brings extensive experience in budgeting, FDA/IRB processes, and a strong track record in Phase I–IV studies, with a preference for those with community and academic research backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a healthcare discipline is required.
• Six years in clinical research or related field may substitute for a degree.
• Five years in budgeting, phase I–IV studies, screening, and regulatory work required, or 11 years in the same areas.
• Clinical trial experience with investigational drugs/devices is required.
• Familiarity with FDA regulations and IRB processes is required.
• Community/academic research experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible and accountable for the start-up activities of clinical research protocols.
• Projects span service lines and operational, clinical and financial areas.

Skills

Clinical research management

Budgeting

Regulatory compliance

FDA regulations familiarity

IRB processes familiarity

Education

Bachelor's Degree in healthcare discipline

Job description

Overview When you join Piedmont, you're not just changing your work environment. We open doors to real change in the lives we touch - especially yours. We're committed to bringing award-winning care to communities across Georgia and celebrating the strength our diversity creates. Together, we're doing big things. One employee, one team, and one community at a time. Piedmont is a place where your work truly matters-and where you're supported to do your best every day. We offer a collaborative culture, innovative resources, and leadership that is genuinely invested in your growth. With competitive benefits, wellness programs, and opportunities for advancement, you'll have what you need to thrive now and build a strong future.

Responsibilities

Responsible and accountable for the start-up activities of clinical research protocols initiated at Piedmont. Projects will span service lines and operational, clinical and financial areas and will be determined based on researchers' interest and engagement.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's Degree from a recognized college or university in a healthcare discipline Required or
• In Lieu of degree six (6) years of clinical research, healthcare or related field Required Work Experience
• 5 years experience in all aspects of clinical research including study budgeting, phase I-IV research studies, screening, implementation and execution of research studies, regulatory and contracting Required or
• In lieu of degree eleven (11) years of experience in all aspects of clinical research including study budgeting, phase I-IV research studies, screening, implementation and execution of research studies, regulatory and contracting Required
• Clinical trial (investigational drug and/or device) experience Required and
• Familiarity with FDA regulations and IRB processes Required
• Community and academic experience in research Preferred
• Licenses and Certifications None Required
• Business Unit : Company Name: Piedmont Healthcare Corporate