Clinical Research Coordinator

Location: Mercy Springfield Onsite
Schedule: Full-Time (40 hours per week)

Position Overview
The Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) plays a key role in supporting clinical trials conducted by Mercy Research. This position manages the day-to-day operations of research studies ensuring compliance with local state and federal regulations. The CRC works closely with physicians nurses office staff patients and clinical monitors to deliver high-quality research outcomes.

Responsibilities include volunteer recruitment inventory management for drugs/devices/supplies data collection and documentation and relationship building with sponsors and CROs. The CRC also assists with staff training and preceptor duties handling a higher volume and complexity of studies compared to an Associate CRC.

Key Responsibilities

• Study Preparation & Protocol Adherence: Complete pre-study checklists feasibility questionnaires and maintain strong knowledge of assigned protocols.
• Patient Engagement & Safety Monitoring: Screen consent and educate patients; monitor safety and schedule visits efficiently.
• Data Management & Documentation: Update case report forms collect lab specimens maintain inventory and ensure compliance.
• Team Collaboration & Training: Support training for new staff and foster a collaborative research environment.
• External Relations & Recruitment: Serve as a liaison to sponsors and CROs; attend investigator meetings and support recruitment initiatives.
• Professional Competencies: Demonstrate strong communication strategic thinking and ability to work independently.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: 4 years of clinical medical or biotech lab experience OR equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Skills:
  • Knowledge of ICH/GCP guidelines and regulatory requirements.
  • Strong verbal/written communication and critical thinking skills.
  • Familiarity with medical terminology and EMR systems.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and database applications.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications

• Education: Bachelors degree in health or science field.
• Experience: 3 years clinical research experience; phlebotomy experience preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to push pull and lift up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Prolonged standing and walking during shifts.
• Ability to bend kneel twist and squat as needed.