Research Coordinator – Behavioral & Mental Health

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta

. Develops, conducts, and facilitates research protocols .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeGeorgia • United StatesJuniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and facilitating research protocols, managing regulatory processes, and ensuring data integrity. Proficient in participant interaction, compliance monitoring, and effective communication within research settings.

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Research Protocol DevelopmentRegulatory Compliance ManagementData Management ActivitiesParticipant Screening and EnrollmentGood Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Research ExperienceData Integrity AssurancePhlebotomyElectrocardiogram TestingStudy Protocol Writing

Soft Skills

Self-DirectedMotivatedOrganizational SkillsInterpersonal SkillsCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

EpicClinical Trial Management SystemMicrosoft OfficeData Entry

Certifications & Qualifications

Basic Life Support (BLS)ARUP Handling, Packaging and Shipping Infectious SubstancesCollaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI)

Industry Keywords

Institutional Review BoardSpecimen AcquisitionStudy BudgetingSponsor CorrespondenceCompliance Oversight

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develops, conducts, and facilitates research protocols
Supports investigators in writing study protocols
Performs participant screening, enrollment, study activities, and communication
Coordinates study visits and procedures, including specimen acquisition, transport, documentation, and shipment
Maintains equipment and supply resources for research studies
Completes data management activities and ensures data integrity
Assists in developing and completing source documents and case report forms
Participates in sponsor correspondence, monitoring, and study meetings
Monitors compliance throughout study activities and engages compliance oversight as needed
Directs patient interaction and obtains informed consent for research protocols
Schedules study-specific visits and administers research surveys
Completes research-only testing, including electrocardiograms, and performs phlebotomy if trained
Provides research study education to participants and completes medical-record documentation
Manages regulatory processes, including Institutional Review Board preparation, submissions, modifications, reporting, and terminations
Maintains regulatory documents, licensure, certifications, and required education
Supports grants, contracts, financial tasks, study budgeting, sponsor interactions, feasibility assessments, account management, and reconciliation
Completes Epic enrollment, Clinical Trial Management System data entry, and patient-care invoice accuracy activities
Participates in education, departmental policy, and quality projects

Requirements

What you’ll need

One year of research experience
Bachelor’s degree in a scientific, health related, or business administration related program, or relevant experience in lieu of education
Working knowledge of state and federal regulatory guidelines related to research
Good computer skills, including working knowledge of a PC and Microsoft Office (Word, Access, and Excel)
Self-directed and motivated to work independently toward short- and long-term goals
Good communication, organization, and interpersonal skills
Good working relationships with colleagues, subordinates, and superiors
Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of employment if role requires patient contact
ARUP Handling, Packaging and Shipping Infectious Substances or similar within 30 days of employment if role requires specimen acquisition
Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI) within 30 days of employment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full-time regular employment
Day shift, Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Equal employment opportunity commitment