Position Summary
The Senior Clinical Research Coordinator is responsible for overseeing the coordination of multiple research protocols while acting as a liaison for investigators, research personnel, and site staff. This role plays a key part in ensuring research compliance, patient safety, and the smooth execution of study protocols.
Major Responsibilities
Research Operations
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Perform day-to-day operational tasks for multiple research protocols.
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Serve as a primary contact between site research teams, sponsors, and leadership.
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Collaborate with various internal departments including finance, administration, and the Institutional Review Board (IRB) as applicable.
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Coordinate assessments and submissions from initial feasibility through study closeout.
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Ensure protocol awareness among site personnel including physicians, nurses, clinical staff, and administrative staff.
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Accurately complete and document protocol-required assessments (e.g., medication forms, questionnaires, vital signs, laboratory timing).
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Perform calculations and documentation for clinical scores such as BSA, mRS, NIHSS, and STS risk scores as required.
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Document all patient and study-related interactions, including adverse events, follow-up visits, interventions, and communications.
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Ensure appointments, imaging, and procedures are scheduled per protocol guidelines.
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Address data queries and submit requested documentation in accordance with SOPs.
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Facilitate the re-consent process for patients as necessary.
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Support the research team in identifying and mitigating compliance risks.
Site Development
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Partner with investigators and site staff to assess feasibility and optimize performance.
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Meet regularly with physicians and administrators to review study progress and address concerns.
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Collaborate with cross-functional departments to implement research-related processes.
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Present study updates during site meetings (section meetings, service line reviews, etc.).
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Guide the research team on managing non-compliance in data or study activities.
Reporting & Analysis
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Monitor patient enrollment trends through weekly reporting and communicate status updates to leadership.
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Support continuing education and training initiatives for investigators and site teams.
Education & Experience
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Bachelor's Degree Required
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Master's Degree Preferred
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1 years of relevant experience Required
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5 years of relevant experience Preferred
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Or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
Licenses, Certifications & Training
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Certified Clinical Research Coordinator (ACRP or CCRP) Preferred
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge
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Understanding of organizational policies, SOPs, and research systems.
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Knowledge of ICH guidelines and the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) as applied to clinical research.
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Familiarity with medical and research terminology.
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Ability to identify and escalate issues to the Principal Investigator (PI), IRB, or supervisor when appropriate.
Skills
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Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
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Excellent organizational and time management skills.
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Basic clinical trial competencies including ECG acquisition, phlebotomy, and specimen handling.
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Ability to effectively interface with diverse internal and external stakeholders.
Abilities
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High attention to detail.
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Self-motivated and proactive.
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Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
Clinical Competencies
This position may require proficiency in clinical tasks such as:
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Electrocardiogram (ECG) acquisition.
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Phlebotomy.
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Specimen processing, handling, storage, and shipping.
Travel Requirements
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Occasional Travel: May be required on an as-needed basis, but not regularly.
Benefits
Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
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Medical, Vision, and Dental coverage through a Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) plan.
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401(k) retirement plan.
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Nesco Resource is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind, regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law.