Clinical Research Coordinator I
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday–Friday, standard business hours
Reports to: Site Manager
Pay Range: $18.00–$25.00 per hour, commensurate with education, clinical background, and research experience
Position Type: Early-Career to Mid-Level Clinical Research Role
Position Overview
We are seeking a highly motivated International Medical Graduate or Foreign Medical Graduate to join our Clinical Research team in a Clinical Research Coordinator capacity. This role is designed for healthcare personnel who are pursuing a clinical research career.
The position offers structured exposure to FDA-regulated clinical trials, Good Clinical Practice standards, and hands-on patient-facing research activities. The selected candidate will work closely with the Principal and Sub-Investigators, Clinical Research Coordinators, and Site Leadership to support the safe and compliant execution of clinical studies.
This role does not involve independent medical decision-making or clinical practice outside delegated research activities.
Key Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Principal Investigator, Sub-Investigators and the Site Manager, the Clinical Research Coordinator will:
Clinical & Patient-Facing Duties
- Assist with subject screening, enrollment, and informed consent support in accordance with study protocols and delegated authority.
- Conduct study visits including vital signs, ECGs, phlebotomy, and protocol-specific assessments.
- Perform patient follow-ups and assist with adverse event documentation and reporting.
- Support investigators during physical exams and study procedures as permitted by protocol and delegation logs.
- Preparation, handling, storage, accountability, and administration of investigational products (IP) in accordance with study protocols.
Laboratory & Specimen Management
- Collect, process, label, centrifuge, store, and ship biological specimens per protocol, laboratory manuals, and IATA guidelines.
- Maintain specimen accountability logs and ensure chain-of-custody compliance.
- Coordinate courier pickups and laboratory communications.
- Ensure proper documentation, inventory control and temperature monitoring.
Data & Documentation
- Accurately document all study-related activities in source documents and electronic systems.
- Enter data into Electronic Data Capture systems and assist with query resolution.
- Request, review, and organize external medical records relevant to study participation.
- Ensure timely investigator sign-off on labs, reports, and study documentation.
Operational & Administrative Support
- Support daily research operations, including visit scheduling, reminders, and subject tracking.
- Assist with recruitment efforts and prescreening activities.
- Maintain regulatory binders, study logs, and site files as delegated.
- Uphold strict confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA, FDA, ICH-GCP, and sponsor requirements.
Additional Responsibilities
- Participate in study trainings, protocol reviews, and site meetings.
- Perform additional research-related duties as assigned to support efficient site operations.
Required Qualifications
- Healthcare background, preferred Medical degree (MD or equivalent) obtained outside the United States.
- Strong interest in clinical research and U.S. healthcare systems.
- Bilingual Spanish and English required.
- Phlebotomy experience required.
- Minimum 2 Years of clinical experience in a healthcare, research, or hospital setting.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, electronic health records, and web-based research platforms.
- Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Professional demeanor, reliability, and ethical judgment.
- Ability to work independently while following structured protocols and supervision.
- Demonstrated understanding of patient confidentiality and regulatory compliance.
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with GCP, FDA regulations, and clinical trial workflows.
- Experience working with diverse patient populations.
Benefits
Full-time employees scheduled for 30 or more hours per week are eligible for benefits effective the first day of the month following hire, including:
- Paid time off and paid holidays.
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
Experience:
- Clinic: 2 years (Required)
Language:
Ability to Commute:
- Richmond, TX 77469 (Required)
Work Location: In person
