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Clinical Research Coordinator II-III

ARIZONA ARTHRITIS & RHEUMATOLOGY ASSOCIATES PC

Willow Grove, Pennsylvania, United StatesOn Site

Original Job Summary

Clinical Research Coordinator II-III

The Clinical Research Coordinator II-III (CRC) reports to the Director of Research and is responsible for coordinating and implementing assigned protocols in compliance with FDA CFR, GCP, and company SOPs. The role includes collecting and recording clinical research data, assisting in patient assessments, scheduling, maintaining study files, and ensuring study supplies and medication accountability.

Responsibilities

  • Understand all active protocols and disease indications.
  • Recruit and screen potential study participants through chart reviews and external leads.
  • Meet recruitment goals via various methodologies including chart reviews and community outreach.
  • Keep the clinical trial management system updated with subject data.
  • Maintain chain of custody and accountability for investigational products and devices.
  • Perform protocol-specific tasks such as informed consent, patient history, phlebotomy, lab tests, ECG, questionnaires, vital signs, and data entry.
  • Administer study drugs including injections and manage study supply inventory.
  • Document patient visits and communications accurately.
  • Triages adverse events and communicates with research physicians within 24 hours.
  • Assist in regulatory functions including IRB documentation and protocol updates.
  • Serve as liaison among physicians, AARA employees, and third party vendors.
  • Support monitoring visits and ensure delegation log accuracy.
  • Perform administrative duties including filing regulatory documents and invoices.
  • Travel as necessary for Investigator Meetings and visits to other research sites.

Qualifications

Associates Degree, 1 year of clinical research coordination experience, strong knowledge of clinical research, medical procedures, and clinical terminology. Strong communication and organizational skills required. Must be able to lift 20 pounds and travel as needed.

Salary

$65,000-$75,000 annual salary with additional bonuses available.

Key skills/competency

  • FDA
  • GCP
  • Recruitment
  • Data Entry
  • Protocol Management
  • IRB
  • Phlebotomy
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Patient Assessment
  • Communication

How to Get Hired at ARIZONA ARTHRITIS & RHEUMATOLOGY ASSOCIATES PC

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Customize Resume: Tailor your experience to clinical research.
  • Highlight Skills: Emphasize FDA, GCP, and protocol expertise.
  • Research AARA: Understand their research and culture.
  • Prepare Examples: Use specific clinical trial experiences.
  • Follow Up: Network and reach out to hiring staff.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Study FDA and GCP guidelines.
Practice data entry on clinical systems.
Review protocol compliance standards.
Prepare for phlebotomy and lab tests.

Behavioral Questions

Describe teamwork in clinical settings.
Explain handling high-pressure situations.
Detail experience with patient communication.
Discuss organization during protocol changes.