Clinical Research Coordinator

Penn Information Systems & Computing

. Screen, recruit, and enroll study participants .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timePhiladelphia • Pennsylvania • United StatesJunior💰 $47,313 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in recruiting and enrolling study participants while ensuring compliance with FDA and IRB guidelines. Proficient in data management, including entry, coding, and reporting, while promoting good clinical practices in research.

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Clinical Study RecruitmentData Entry and ManagementIRB Submission CoordinationKnowledge of FDA GuidelinesHuman Subject Protection

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Hard Skills

Data CodingData SummarizationStudy Protocol AdministrationClinical InvestigationsRegulatory Compliance

Soft Skills

CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsTeam Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor of Science

Industry Keywords

Good Clinical PracticeFederal RegulationsHuman Subject ProtectionClinical StudiesStudy Visits

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Screen, recruit, and enroll study participants
Administer study measures during study visits
Conduct in-home and on-site study visits
Assist with data entry and coding of interviews
Prepare data summaries and reports
Participate in weekly study progress meetings with the PI and research team
Coordinate IRB submissions and renewals
Collect, record, and maintain data and source documentation
Promote good clinical practice in clinical investigations
Talk to participants to determine interest in research
Verbally walk participants through consent procedures
Administer the study protocol
Enter data in the study dataset
Distribute study recruitment materials
Travel between study visits
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Science and 1 to 2 years of experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience, is required
In-depth knowledge of federal regulations and guidance documents for clinical studies and human subject protection
Knowledge of FDA and IRB guidelines
Ability to comply with study protocols and regulatory requirements
Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits
Flexible spending accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Tuition assistance for employees, spouses, and dependent children
Tuition assistance for dependent children at other institutions
Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans
Pre-tax or Roth retirement savings options
Investment options through TIAA and Vanguard
Substantial time away from work
Long-term care insurance for eligible employees and family members
Wellness and work-life programs and resources
Professional and personal development resources
Access to University resources, libraries, athletic facilities, arboretum, art galleries, and cultural and recreational activities
Free and discounted admission and memberships at Penn arts and cultural centers and museums
Discounts on transportation, mortgages, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, theme parks, and other goods and services
Flexible work options and flexible work hours
Forgivable homeownership loan for eligible employees
Adoption assistance for qualified expenses, up to two adoptions in the household