Research Coordinator II - Neurological Institute

Cleveland Clinic; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic Health System is seeking a Research Coordinator II for the Neurological Institute at the Main Campus in Cleveland, OH. This on-site role supports the Cerebrovascular Center’s clinical trials, coordinating visits, data collection, and regulatory processes.

You will work with sponsors and staff to ensure protocol adherence, manage safety documentation, and assist with audits, with on-call duties and some remote work after initial period.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and three years of experience as a Research Coordinator I or related role.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in health care or science related with one year of experience as a Research Coordinator I or related role.
• Proficient with computer-based skills such as word processing, spreadsheets, database and presentation software.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and conduct study activities including regulatory document management, IRB submissions, and data collection/entry.
• Communicate with sponsors, monitors, and research personnel to ensure study compliance.
• Assist with study visits, including scheduling of pre-site selection, initiation, monitoring, webinars, and close-out visits.
• Collaborate with investigators, sponsors, and staff on protocol development, execution, and evaluation, including subject recruitment.
• Report and document Serious Adverse Events, safety logs, FDA/sponsor forms, and project status.
• Maintain regulatory binders, monitoring plans, and personnel certification records.
• Support preparation for and response to audits.
• Develop and maintain study-related tools such as tracking spreadsheets and educational materials.
• Monitor data quality and protocol adherence; demonstrate understanding of study design and protocol requirements.

Skills

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Database

Presentation software

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in health care or science related

Job description

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Job Title

Research Coordinator II - Neurological Institute

Location

Cleveland

Facility

Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

Department

RES Research Administration-Research Innov and Educ

Job Code

T99498

Shift

Days

Schedule

8:00am-5:00pm

Job Summary

Job Details

Join Cleveland Clinic's Neurological Institute and become a part of one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. Cleveland Clinic is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the nation. The Neurological Institute is known for being a leader in treating and researching the most complex neurological disorders and advancing innovations in neurology.

Groundbreaking research and discoveries happen every day at Cleveland Clinic. Each member of our team contributes to our mission of caring for life, researching health and educating those who serve. As Research Coordinator II, you will play a vital role in supporting the Cerebrovascular Center's research program by enrolling patients into clinical trials, conducting study visits and collecting questionnaires with critical study-related data. While the numerous responsibilities can be difficult to juggle at times, your team will encourage you to enhance your skills and improve your ability to identify new avenues of treatment. Come join a culture devoted to pushing the needle forward in healthcare.

A caregiver in this position works days from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

This position requires on-call coverage approximately one week per month, with hours from 5:00 p.m.-11:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and 7:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.

This role is based on-site at Main Campus four days per week, with the option to work remotely one day per week following the initial hiring period.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

• Coordinate and conduct study activities including regulatory document management, IRB submissions, and data collection/entry.
• Communicate with sponsors, monitors, and research personnel to ensure study compliance.
• Assist with study visits, including scheduling of pre-site selection, initiation, monitoring, webinars, and close-out visits.
• Collaborate with investigators, sponsors, and staff on protocol development, execution, and evaluation, including subject recruitment.
• Report and document Serious Adverse Events, safety logs, FDA/sponsor forms, and project status.
• Maintain regulatory binders, monitoring plans, and personnel certification records (e.g., licenses, CVs, CITI training).
• Support preparation for and response to audits.
• Develop and maintain study-related tools such as tracking spreadsheets and educational materials.
• Monitor data quality and protocol adherence; demonstrate understanding of study design and protocol requirements.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• High School Diploma or GED and three years of experience as a Research Coordinator I or performing the role of a Research Coordinator I OR Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in health care or science related and one year of experience as a Research Coordinator I or performing the role of a Research Coordinator I
• Proficient with computer-based skills such as word processing, spreadsheets, database and presentation software

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in health care or science related field

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Physical Requirements:

• Ability to perform work in a stationary position for extended periods
• Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment
• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information
• In some locations, ability to move up to 25 pounds

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

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