Research Coordinator - Clinical

Colorado Retina Associates in; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading eye care practice as a Research Coordinator managing clinical trials for various vitreoretinal conditions. This exciting full-time position requires strong communication skills, a college degree, and 1-3 years of relevant experience. Enjoy a competitive salary with no on-call responsibilities and benefits including medical, dental, and profit-sharing.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Profit sharing plan

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Pet, legal, life, accident, disability insurance

Qualifications

• Managing research patient visits and clinical trial activities.
• Recruiting and screening eligible participants.
• Data entry and compliance with IRB-approved protocols.

Responsibilities

• Facilitating and coordinating clinical trial activities.
• Ensuring compliance with study protocols.
• Collecting and reporting medical history and adverse events.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Research experience

Patient interviewing

Organizational skills

Critical thinking

Education

College degree preferred

Ophthalmic experience preferred

1-3 years research experience

Certifications: ICH GCP Training

IATA Certification

Job description

Research Coordinator - Clinical (Project Management)

Colorado Retina has an exciting opportunity for a Full-Time Research Coordinator - On-Call not required!

Colorado Retina is a thirteen physician, sub-specialty eye care practice providing medical and surgical care of vitreoretinal eye disease. We offer comprehensive treatment for conditions such as age-related macular degeneration (AMD), diabetic retinopathy, retinal vascular disease, retinal detachments, ocular tumors, uveitis/inflammatory eye disease, inherited retinal degenerations, and other vitreoretinal conditions.

We are the largest retina practice in the Rocky Mountain region, collaborating as a team for complex cases. Our five service locations include East Denver (Central Park), Cherry Creek, Lakewood, Lafayette, Parker, and Summit County.

Colorado Retina Associates complies with the Covid-19 Vaccine Mandate. Employees are required to be vaccinated, with accommodations available. All candidates must provide proof of vaccination or have a valid accommodation upon hire.

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

The research coordinator primarily manages research patient visits following ICH-GCP guidelines and IRB-approved protocols. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Facilitating and coordinating clinical trial activities
• Administering sponsor-required questionnaires (e.g., VFQ)
• Managing study supplies and source documents
• Attending teleconferences and investigator meetings
• Reviewing study protocols and ensuring compliance
• Recruiting and screening eligible participants
• Completing delegated study tasks accurately
• Collecting and reporting medical history, adverse events, and serious adverse events
• Obtaining informed consent and ensuring protocol adherence
• Data entry, management, and query resolution in electronic systems
• Coordinating monitor visits and maintaining regulatory documents
• Ensuring proper storage and handling of clinical supplies and investigational products
• Maintaining training and certification requirements

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:

• College degree preferred or significant relevant experience
• Ophthalmic experience preferred
• 1-3 years research experience or as a research assistant
• Effective communication skills
• Certifications: ICH GCP Training, IATA Certification

PREFERRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:

• Patient interviewing and history documentation
• Knowledge of eye anatomy, diseases, and medications
• Proficiency in labs, ECG, tonometry, pupil exams, and data entry
• Strong organizational and critical thinking skills
• Excellent communication and time management

COMPENSATION:

Base salary ranges from $48,000 to $76,401.19, depending on experience and education. No evening, weekend, or holiday on-call. Benefits include:

• Competitive salary
• Profit sharing plan
• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• Pet, legal, life, accident, disability, hospitalization insurance