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Job Description
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.
