Senior Clinical Research Coordinator: Lead Trials

Hugh Chatham Health; Park Ridge (IL); On-site; USD 71,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator to manage sponsored trials and coordinate study activities across sites. This role requires collaboration with physicians, nurses and research staff to ensure protocol adherence and data integrity.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in clinical research, knowledge of GCP, EMR systems, and strong leadership and communication skills. Occasional evenings/weekends may be required, with a first-shift schedule in a full-time role.

Qualifications

• Requires knowledge of Good Clinical Practices and FDA guidelines.
• Experience coordinating clinical research and managing source data.
• Ability to lead and mentor staff in a research setting.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate clinical trials and sponsor communications across sites.
• Oversee study start-up, budgets, IRB submissions, and recruitment.
• Ensure proper specimen handling and data collection including EDC.
• Monitor subject safety, AE/SAE reporting, and study close-out.
• Provide education and training to research staff and nurses.

Skills

GCP knowledge

IRB submissions

EMR proficiency

Leadership abilities

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Biology

Bachelor's Degree in Health Science

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or related field

Tools

EMR

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Advocate Health is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator to manage sponsored trials and coordinate study activities across sites. This role requires collaboration with physicians, nurses and research staff to ensure protocol adherence and data integrity.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in clinical research, knowledge of GCP, EMR systems, and strong leadership and communication skills. Occasional evenings/weekends may be required, with a first-shift schedule in a full-time role.