Research Coordinator, Clinical Affairs

Thorne; South Carolina; Remote; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with employer matching contributions

Gym membership reimbursement

Paid time off and holiday leave

Job summary

A leading health solutions company is seeking a Research Coordinator to support clinical studies, ensuring compliance and efficiency. This role involves managing research protocols, participant interactions, and regulatory documentation. Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in Life Sciences and have at least 5 years of experience in clinical operations. The position offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, making it an excellent opportunity for those passionate about health and wellness.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in clinical operations roles.
• Experience in designing and managing human clinical trials.
• Strong understanding of IRB regulations and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Support clinical research programs for new and existing products.
• Manage compliance with clinical protocols and guidelines.
• Coordinate participant recruitment and data collection.
• Lead development of research study documents.

Skills

Clinical operations expertise

Project management

Regulatory knowledge

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or related field

Job description

At Thorne, we work to deliver high-quality, science-backed solutions to empower individuals to take a proactive approach to their well‑being. Each day begins with a mission to help others discover and achieve their best health. We count on our team members to challenge and push the boundaries to make that happen. At Thorne, you’ll be joining a team of more than 750 passionate individuals committed to our cause of providing superior health solutions at every age and life stage.

The Research Coordinator, Clinical Affairs supports in the planning and execution of research studies evaluating the safety, efficacy, and substantiation of dietary supplements. This role is responsible for day‑to‑day coordination of research protocols, participant interactions, data collection, and regulatory documentation, ensuring studies run smoothly, compliantly, and on schedule. The role also includes reviewing, improving, and devising systems to enhance efficiency in the clinical and consumer research process.

Department: Medical Affairs

Location: Remote

Compensation: $65,000 - $80,000 / year

Responsibilities

• Support the Director of Clinical Affairs to lead clinical and consumer research programs in support of new products and differentiation of existing products.
• Coordinate and manage daily clinical/consumer research activities from start‑up through close‑out ensuring compliance with protocols, SOPs and regulatory/ethical guidelines (e.g., GCP, IRB requirements).
• Lead development of research study documents, including protocol, informed consent, screening questionnaire, recruitment materials, and self‑assessments.
• Maintain and monitor IRB submissions.
• Support participant recruitment, scheduling, and data collection if needed.
• Coordinate with CROs, labs, and internal teams and may serve as a central point of contact with research partner groups, collaborators, sites and consultants.
• Maintain accurate study documentation and data entry in electronic systems, prepare regulatory submissions and reports, and support audits/monitor visits.
• Manage systems, develop best practices, and identify opportunities to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the research activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Clinical Research, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in clinical operations roles in consumer‑packaged goods, dietary supplements, nutritional and/or functional foods.
• Proven experience in designing and managing human clinical trials and consumer studies.
• Strong knowledge of clinical trial methodology, GCP, ICH, FTC regulations and standards.
• Strong understanding of IRB requirements and regulatory requirements for clinical trials of dietary supplements including FDA, DHSEA, and HIPAA regulations.
• Expertise in project management and vendor oversight.
• Excellent organizational skills, strong attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• 100% company‑paid medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage for employees
• Company‑paid short‑ and long‑term disability insurance
• Company‑paid life insurance
• 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions up to 4%
• Gym membership reimbursement
• Monthly allowance of Thorne supplements
• Paid time off, volunteer time off and holiday leave
• Training, professional development, and career growth opportunities

Thorne is the leader in science‑backed health and wellness solutions committed to helping individuals live healthier longer. As the top recommended clinical brand by healthcare practitioners, Thorne offers a comprehensive range of products including nutritional supplements and health tests designed to meet the unique needs of individuals at every stage of life. Founded in 1984, Thorne products are formulated with the highest‑quality ingredients, supported by clinical research, and rigorously tested to ensure purity, potency, and efficacy. Thorne is trusted by 47,000+ health‑care professionals, thousands of professional athletes, more than 100 professional sports teams, multiple U.S. National Teams, and more than five million consumers. For more information, visit Thorne.com.

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