Coordinator V – Clinical Research Coordinator

Posted: 17-Aug-25

Location: Huntsville, Texas

Categories: Administrative/Support, Staff/Administrative

Internal Number: 44569

Requisition: 202500253S

Occupational Category (Staff Positions Only): Professional

Hiring Salary: Monthly-Staff

Department: COM Research

General Requirements: Bachelor's degree in a health-related field (e.g., Nursing, Public Health, Health Sciences) is required; a Master's degree is preferred. Minimum of five years of experience in clinical research coordination or clinical trials administration or in a related field. Certification through ACRP or SOCRA (e.g., CCRC, CCRP) is strongly preferred. Experience working in a clinical or academic medical setting, with familiarity in informed consent, data collection, and regulatory compliance. Medical Assistant certification or relevant clinical experience is desirable. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered.

Nature & Purpose of Position/Usual Duties: Performs advanced administrative and supervisory program work for the College of Osteopathic Medicine. Supports the integration and administration of clinical research within the on-site primary care clinic and performs basic medical assistant duties.

Primary Responsibilities (Staff Positions Only): Oversee the work of assigned program. Recruits research participants from the clinic population and ensure the proper conduct of informed consent procedures in accordance with Institutional Review Board (IRB)-approved protocols. Collects and enter clinical research data with accuracy and timeliness (Familiarity with Athena EHR system is preferred). Collaborates with medical assistants, nurses, residents, and physicians to support study-related procedures within the clinical workflow. Performs basic medical assisting tasks when required (e.g., vital signs, phlebotomy, specimen handling). Assists faculty researchers in operationalizing study protocols within the clinic environment. Maintains study documentation and support regulatory compliance, including IRB submissions and adverse event reporting. Coordinates with external sites, including the preceptor network and residency locations, for multi-site study oversight and documentation. Works collaboratively with residents to support their participation in clinical research and ensure protocol adherence. Communicates regularly with study sponsors, monitors, and faculty investigators. Participates in research team meetings, audits, and training sessions as needed. Leads participant recruitment, informed consent, and data collection activities while ensuring compliance with institutional and federal research regulations. Develops and recommends program guidelines. Interprets policies, rules, and regulations and ensures they are followed. Performs other related duties as assigned.