US - Coordinator II, Clinical Research

150 Shriners Hospitals for Children; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Shriners Children's Portland is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator II to oversee and ensure compliant conduct of clinical studies. The CRC coordinates data collection, safety, and study operations while collaborating with investigators, regulatory bodies, and sponsors.

This role requires at least 5 years of clinical research experience and a background in a healthcare-related field; CCRP/CCRC certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in clinical research, science or healthcare field (preferred).
• At least 5 years of experience in clinical research administration without a degree.
• Experience with site management, study management, IRBs and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain knowledge of clinical research regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate data collection, analysis and reporting for studies.
• Track study, investigator and IRB information and finances.
• Collaborate with investigators, sponsors and regulatory agencies.
• Safeguard participant data and ensure protocol compliance.
• Support multi-site research coordination and timely communications.
• Provide mentorship and guidance on regulatory best practices.

Skills

Clinical research coordination

Regulatory compliance

IRB administration

Data management

Education

Bachelor's degree in clinical research, science or healthcare field

Master's degree in clinical research, science or healthcare field

Tools

CCRP/CCRC certification

Job description

Company Overview

Shriners Children’s is an organization that respects, supports, and values each other. Named as the 2025 best mid-sized employer by Forbes, we are engaged in providing excellence in patient care, embracing multi-disciplinary education, and research with global impact. We foster a learning environment that values evidenced based practice, experience, innovation, and critical thinking. Our compassion, integrity, accountability, and resilience define us as leaders in pediatric specialty care for our children and their families. With 20+ hospitals, outpatient clinics, ambulatory care centers and outreach locations across the globe, we provide excellent care to children up to age 18 regardless of their family’s ability to pay or insurance status. Please click here to learn more about our locations.

Job Description

The Clinical Research Coordinator II (CRC) is a specialized, independent research professional who ensures oversight and compliance of both system-wide and local SHC clinical research activities. Reporting to the Clinical Research Program Manager or (local Hospital Administrator / Clinic Director) and Research Programs Office at SHC International Headquarters, the CRC provides support in accordance with SHC’s policies and procedures, SHC’s hospital regulations, the Code of Federal Regulation, and Good Clinical Practice guidelines, when applicable. The CRC works closely with the Chief of Staff, SHC scientific and medical staff and other research personnel to ethically recruit and consent SHC’s vulnerable pediatric subjects and to appropriately collect and safeguard data. Overall, the CRC is the site’s primary liaison among research participants, the local investigator(s) and study sponsor(s). This position’s main responsibilities are to help ensure proper study conduct, subject safety, and the quality of data and data safeguards. Shriners Portland has an opportunity for a Clinical Research Coordinator II to join our team!

Key Responsibilities

• Maintains a contemporary knowledge of clinical research regulatory requirements.
• Has a working knowledge of the complex clinical research process, from protocol development to implementation
• Responsible for tracking all aspects of projects including all study, investigator and Institutional Review Board (IRB) information, patient recruitment activity, and financial management
• Works closely with investigators, research leadership, study sponsor and regulatory agencies to conduct and report the results of clinical research
• Coordinates the collection, statistical analysis and dissemination of data results throughout a clinical study.
• Evaluates protocols under consideration for feasibility, including the process for data collection, entry, storage and reporting
• Safeguards all participants involved in a research study supported and approved by Shriners Children's
• Facilitates the local site’s research programs and projects through collaborative, timely communications and teamwork
• Provides expertise consultation and mentorship to site staff, residents, students, and volunteers with respect to research processes, Good Clinical Practices, and regulations governing clinical research.
• Interacts with other departments in a professional and timely manner to facilitate research coordination.

Required Qualifications

• Without a Bachelor's degree, 5 or more years of specific job-related experience in the administration of clinical research
• 3 or more years Clinical research experience, e.g. experience with site management, study management, IRBs, and federal regulations regarding clinical research compliance

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Clinical Research, science or other healthcare related field
• Master's Clinical Research, science or other healthcare related field
• Experience in the coordination of intergroup or multi-site clinical studies
• CCRP or CCRC certification

Compensation

Compensation is determined based on years of relevant experience and departmental equity.

Additional Information

Every day, we provide innovative, compassionate care and conduct leading research that enhances the quality of life for children and their families. We invite you to explore the many rewarding career paths at Shriners Children's, from clinical and non-clinical positions to education and research opportunities. We’re always looking for driven, compassionate professionals to join our team as nurses, physical therapists, medical assistants, administrative staff and much more. No matter where you're located, you'll find openings at our Shriners Children’s facilities across the U.S., in Canada and Mexico and at our corporate headquarters in Tampa, Florida. Eligible Shriners Children’s employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance, retirement matching and so much more!