Clinical Research Coordinator

Location: Mercy St. Louis
Hours: Fulltime (40 hours weekly) Onsite required

Make a meaningful impact by supporting clinical research that advances patient care and medical innovation. Mercy St. Louis is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator to manage the daytoday operations of clinical trials and ensure studies are conducted with the highest standards of safety quality and regulatory compliance.

In this role you will collaborate with physicians nurses patients research partners and clinical monitors. Youll support study startup patient engagement data collection documentation and sponsor relations while helping train research staff. Study volume and complexity will exceed the Associate CRC level offering continued professional growth and increased responsibility.

What Youll Do

1. Study Preparation & Protocol Adherence

• Complete prestudy assessments feasibility questionnaires and startup requirements with accuracy and timeliness.
• Develop a strong understanding of assigned protocols and clinical trial processes.
• Ensure full compliance with institutional local state and federal research regulations.

2. Patient Engagement & Safety Monitoring

• Conduct patient screening informed consent and education with appropriate clinical support.
• Monitor patient safety using interviews diagnostics and medication/device knowledge.
• Schedule and coordinate patient visits efficiently while ensuring readiness for all involved team members.

3. Data Management & Documentation

• Maintain accurate and timely entry of case report forms (CRFs) and source documentation.
• Collect and prepare lab specimens and manage clinical supplies and inventory.
• Participate in internal quality control reviews and compliance monitoring.

4. Team Collaboration & Training

• Assist in training new and existing staff on protocolspecific procedures.
• Support research assistants administrative staff and volunteers.
• Contribute to a positive collaborative and efficient research office environment.

5. External Relations & Recruitment

• Serve as a liaison for sponsors CROs and community outreach initiatives.
• Support recruitment efforts across the ministry and participate in public engagement.
• Attend investigator meetings and travel as needed.

6. Professional Competencies

• Action Orientation: Work independently manage priorities and maintain organization.
• Strategic Thinking: Contribute ideas that support study and departmental goals.
• Communication: Engage effectively with staff patients and sponsors; quickly learn new processes and requirements.

7. Other Duties as Assigned

What Youll Bring

Minimum Requirements

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Experience:

• Four years of clinical medical or biotech lab experience demonstrating capability for this role.
• Relevant experience may be gained through previous positions degree completion or a combination of professional and academic experience.

Skills & Knowledge:

• Understanding of ICH/GCP guidelines and research ethics and regulations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and EMR systems.
• Ability to manage multiple projects independently with strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office databases spreadsheets and online research tools.
• Excellent customer service organization and criticalthinking abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in a health or science field.
• Three or more years of clinical research experience.
• Phlebotomy experience.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to push pull or lift up to 50 lbs on a regular basis.
• Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods during each shift.
• Ability to grip reach bend kneel twist and squat as needed for job duties.

Join Mercy and play a key role in advancing clinical research that transforms patient lives. Apply today to grow your career with a missiondriven organization.