Join prestigious universities as a Clinical Research Coordinator, where you'll manage vital clinical trials and research studies. Connect science with patient care while building your career in academic research coordination.
Clinical Research Coordinators are essential to the success of university research programs, serving as the operational backbone of academic clinical trials. These roles combine project management expertise with clinical knowledge to advance medical research in higher education settings.
University Research Coordinators manage all aspects of clinical trials from participant recruitment through study completion. They schedule procedures, collect data, maintain regulatory documentation, and ensure protocol compliance. These positions offer hands-on experience with groundbreaking medical research while developing valuable project management skills.
Coordinators serve as primary liaisons between research participants and study teams. They handle participant screening, informed consent processes, and visit scheduling. This patient-facing role requires exceptional communication skills and the ability to balance participant needs with research requirements. Many positions offer opportunities to work with diverse patient populations across multiple therapeutic areas.
Research Coordinators ensure accurate data collection and management throughout clinical trials. They maintain case report forms, track study metrics, and prepare for monitoring visits and audits. Universities provide advanced training in electronic data capture systems and research documentation best practices.
Coordinators work closely with principal investigators, research nurses, and other team members to ensure smooth study operations. They participate in team meetings, contribute to protocol discussions, and help train new research staff. Many roles include opportunities to mentor junior coordinators and contribute to process improvements.
University settings offer extensive professional growth opportunities for Clinical Research Coordinators. Institutions support certification pursuits (SOCRA/ACRP), continuing education, and advancement to senior coordinator or management roles. Many coordinators progress to specialized positions in research administration or clinical trial management.
Academic institutions provide Clinical Research Coordinators with competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits packages. Additional advantages include tuition benefits, conference participation opportunities, and exposure to cutting-edge research. The university environment offers stable career progression while contributing to important medical discoveries and improved patient care.
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