Rheumatology Clinical Research Coordinator — Entry Level

Columbia University Irving Medical Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbia University Irving Medical Center (CUIMC) seeks a Clinical Research Coordinator to support rheumatology studies. Under supervision, you will coordinate participant activities, help with data collection, and ensure adherence to study protocols and regulatory requirements.

This entry‑level position emphasizes collaboration, documentation accuracy, and compliance with Good Clinical Practice while contributing to multiple clinical research studies in a dynamic academic environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent education/experience.
• Demonstrated customer service skills and ability to interact with diverse populations.
• Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Excel.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day clinical research activities per study protocols under supervision.
• Serve as a point of contact for study participants, schedule visits, and facilitate communication.
• Assist with specimen handling and processing as required by protocols.
• Perform data entry and maintenance, including PHI and study data.
• Maintain accurate research records and assist with CRFs and adverse event documentation.
• Coordinate research meetings, monitoring visits, sponsor visits, and audits.
• Support communication between Principal Investigator, sponsors, and compliance offices.
• Assist with study-related financial activities, including participant compensation.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Organizational skills

MS Excel

Attention to detail

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Epic

REDCap

Qualtrics

iLab

OpenSpecimen

Job description

Columbia University Irving Medical Center (CUIMC) seeks a Clinical Research Coordinator to support rheumatology studies. Under supervision, you will coordinate participant activities, help with data collection, and ensure adherence to study protocols and regulatory requirements.

This entry‑level position emphasizes collaboration, documentation accuracy, and compliance with Good Clinical Practice while contributing to multiple clinical research studies in a dynamic academic environment.