RN Research Coordinator

ACTalent; United States; Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Remote workday 1 per week

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an RN Research Coordinator to lead and support multiple clinical studies in cardiology and neurology from Marietta, GA. The role covers recruitment, consent, clinic visits, data entry, and collaboration with Pharmacy and Lab teams to ensure data quality and protocol adherence.

The position requires an active RN license, BLS, and 5 years hospital experience; clinical research experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in good standing.
• BLS certification.
• 5 years of nursing experience in a hospital setting preferred.
• Background in critical care or ER nursing ideal for cardiology/neurology studies.
• Experience in clinical research and familiarity with trials/protocols.
• Knowledge of clinical research operations (recruitment, consent, data collection).
• Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage approximately 68 clinical studies across cardiology and neurology.
• Lead patient recruitment, screening, enrollment, and informed consent per regulatory standards.
• Plan, schedule, and conduct or support clinic visits with all procedures and follow-ups.
• Perform RN-level clinical care as required by study protocols.
• Accurately collect and enter study data into databases with high integrity.
• Educate clinic staff on study requirements and workflows.
• Coordinate with pharmacy on investigational products per protocols.
• Collaborate with laboratory personnel for sample handling and shipment.
• Maintain knowledge of study protocols and regulatory requirements.
• Support CRCs and CRNs to promote teamwork and best practices across studies.
• Contribute to growth of the research program with new opportunities.

Skills

RN license

BLS certification

Clinical care experience

ICU/ER nursing background

Clinical research experience

Regulatory knowledge

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Organization & time management

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Job description

Job Title: RN Research Coordinator

Job Description

The RN Research Coordinator leads and supports multiple clinical research studies, focusing primarily on cardiology and neurology. This role manages the full research lifecycle, including patient recruitment, enrollment, informed consent, clinic visits, and data entry. The coordinator collaborates closely with clinic staff, pharmacy, and laboratory teams to ensure that each study runs smoothly, adheres to protocol, and delivers high-quality data, while also contributing to the growth and expansion of the research program.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage approximately 68 clinical research studies simultaneously, with an emphasis on cardiology and neurology trials and the flexibility to support additional therapeutic areas as needed.
• Lead and support all aspects of the research process, including patient recruitment, screening, enrollment, and obtaining informed consent in accordance with regulatory and ethical standards.
• Plan, schedule, and conduct or support clinic visits for study participants, ensuring that all required procedures, assessments, and follow-ups are completed accurately and on time.
• Perform clinical care tasks within the scope of an RN, as required by study protocols, to ensure participant safety and adherence to clinical standards.
• Accurately collect, document, and enter study data into research databases and electronic systems, maintaining data integrity and completeness for all assigned studies.
• Collaborate with clinic staff to educate them on study requirements, workflows, and protocol‑specific procedures to ensure consistent and compliant study conduct.
• Coordinate with pharmacy teams regarding investigational products, including handling, storage, and administration requirements as outlined in study protocols.
• Partner with laboratory personnel to ensure proper collection, processing, labeling, and shipment of biological samples in alignment with study timelines and procedures.
• Maintain current knowledge of study protocols, regulatory requirements, and institutional policies, and apply this knowledge to daily research operations.
• Support and collaborate with a team of Clinical Research Coordinators (CRCs) and Clinical Research Nurses (CRNs) to promote effective communication, workload sharing, and best practices across studies.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement and expansion of the research program by engaging with new study opportunities and adapting to evolving research needs.

Essential Skills

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Clinical care experience as a registered nurse, with 5 years of nursing experience in a hospital setting preferred.
• Background in critical care or emergency room (ER) nursing is ideal for supporting complex cardiology and neurology studies.
• Experience in clinical research, including familiarity with clinical trials and study protocols.
• Knowledge of clinical research operations, including patient recruitment, informed consent, and data collection.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, including clinic staff, pharmacy, and laboratory personnel.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills to handle multiple concurrent studies and deadlines.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in documentation and data entry.
• Effective communication skills to educate and guide clinic staff and interact with study participants.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Certification as a Clinical Research Professional (such as CCRC or CCRP) is a plus.
• Prior experience working as a Clinical Research Coordinator or Clinical Research Nurse is beneficial.
• Interest in expanding knowledge across a growing variety of clinical studies and therapeutic areas.
• Adaptability and willingness to learn new protocols, systems, and processes as the research portfolio grows.
• Demonstrated commitment to ethical research practices and participant safety.

Work Environment

The RN Research Coordinator works within a collaborative research team that includes approximately five Clinical Research Coordinators (CRCs) and nine Clinical Research Nurses (CRNs). The schedule is set based on participant and clinic visit needs, with the latest start time at 9:00 a.m. One remote workday per week is available on either Tuesday or Thursday, with the specific day agreed upon in advance with leadership and kept consistent week to week. The role involves regular interaction with clinic staff, pharmacy, and laboratory teams in a professional clinical and research environment, providing opportunities to participate in an expanding portfolio of studies and to grow alongside a developing research network.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Marietta, GA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $52.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long‑term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Marietta, GA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Marietta,GA.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and science services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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