Clinical Research Coordinator III – Pathology

Emory University

. Independently manage significant and key aspects of a large clinical trial or all aspects of one or more small trials or research projects .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeAtlanta • United StatesJuniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing clinical trials, including oversight of data management, participant recruitment, and regulatory compliance. Proficient in clinical procedures such as phlebotomy and specimen collection, with a strong focus on leadership and training of staff.

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Clinical Trial ManagementRegulatory Compliance AuditingParticipant Recruitment StrategiesPhlebotomy and Specimen CollectionCertified Research Administrator (CRA)

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Hard Skills

Clinical Research ExperienceData ManagementGrant Proposal DevelopmentProtocol AuthoringLaboratory Procedure Auditing

Soft Skills

LeadershipTraining and MentoringProblem SolvingCommunication

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Research Administrator (CRA)Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC)

Industry Keywords

IRB SubmissionsSAE ReportingClinical Patient ContactInfectious Materials HandlingEmory Healthcare Credentialing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Independently manage significant and key aspects of a large clinical trial or all aspects of one or more small trials or research projects
Train and provide guidance to less experienced staff
Oversee data management for research projects
Interface with research participants and resolve study protocol issues
Authorize purchases for supplies and equipment maintenance
Determine strategies for promoting and recruiting research participants and retaining participants in long-term clinical trials
Periodically audit operations, including laboratory procedures, for regulatory compliance
Provide leadership in identifying and implementing corrective actions and processes
Monitor IRB submissions and respond to requests and questions
Interface with study sponsors and monitors, report SAEs, and resolve study queries
Recommend and implement improvements to policies and processes
Assist in developing grant proposals and protocols
Perform phlebotomy, specimen collection, or diagnostics with appropriate credentialing and training
Perform some supervisory duties
Perform related approved responsibilities as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or GED and seven years of clinical research experience
Or two years of college in a scientific, health related or business administration program and five years of clinical research experience
Or licensed as a Practical Nurse (LPN) and four years of clinical research experience
Or bachelor's degree in a scientific, health related or business administration program and three years clinical research experience
Or master's degree, MD or PhD in a scientific, health related or business administration program and one year of clinical research experience
Certified Research Administrator (CRA) or Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) preferred
Clinical training requirements must be tracked and monitored through Emory Healthcare under the credentialing category of Clinical Researcher
Position involves clinical patient contact and working with human blood, body fluids, tissues, or other potentially infectious materials

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal opportunity employment
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities
Potential remote work-from-home day options at department discretion