Torrance-Based Senior Clinical Research Lead (CRC)

UCLA Health; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

UCLA Health is seeking a Senior Clinical Research Coordinator to manage trial activities from design to closeout across multiple studies, including NIH and industry-sponsored trials. The role emphasizes project leadership and ensuring protocols are followed safely and efficiently.

The candidate will supervise staff, collaborate with PIs, sponsors, and IRBs, and oversee regulatory and financial aspects. Requires 4+ years in clinical research and travel to clinic sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4+ years of experience in a clinical research setting.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to interact with patients compassionately.
• Ability to manage competing deadlines while complying with policies.
• Analytical skills to assess protocols and regulatory requirements.
• Attention to detail to ensure accuracy.
• Organization to maintain regulatory files.
• Proficiency with Adobe and Microsoft Excel.
• Willing to travel to clinic sites.
• Knowledge of IRBs and research committees.
• FDA processes experience.
• Budgeting experience in clinical trials.

Responsibilities

• Oversee design, setup, conduct, and closeout of trials.
• Lead implementation of study activities for multicenter trials.
• Coordinate with PIs, sponsors, and sites to ensure compliance.
• Provide supervision and training to team members.
• Manage study budgets and regulatory documentation.

Skills

Clinical research

Project management

Communication

IRB knowledge

Budgeting

Regulatory compliance

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Adobe

Microsoft Excel

Job description

UCLA Health is seeking a Senior Clinical Research Coordinator to manage trial activities from design to closeout across multiple studies, including NIH and industry-sponsored trials. The role emphasizes project leadership and ensuring protocols are followed safely and efficiently.

The candidate will supervise staff, collaborate with PIs, sponsors, and IRBs, and oversee regulatory and financial aspects. Requires 4+ years in clinical research and travel to clinic sites as needed.