Clinical Research Coordinator

University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine

. 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 participant recruitment, data management, and compliance with FDA and IRB guidelines. Proficient in administering study protocols and ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements in clinical research.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Participant RecruitmentData ManagementIRB Submission CoordinationRegulatory ComplianceClinical Research Experience

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Hard Skills

Data EntryInterview CodingStudy Protocol AdministrationData Summary PreparationClinical Investigations

Soft Skills

CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsTeam Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor of Science

Industry Keywords

FDA GuidelinesIRB GuidelinesGood Clinical PracticeHuman Subject ProtectionClinical Studies

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, interview coding, and preparation of data summaries and reports
Participate in weekly study progress meetings with the PI and research team
Coordinate IRB submissions and renewals according to FDA and IRB guidelines
Ensure compliance with protocols and regulatory requirements
Collect, record, and maintain data and source documentation
Promote good clinical practice in clinical investigations
Talk to participants to determine interest in research
Verbally guide participants through consent procedures
Administer study protocols
Enter data in study datasets
Distribute study recruitment materials
Travel between study visits
Perform other assigned duties

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Science and 1 to 2 years of experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience, is required
Knowledge of federal regulations and guidance documents for clinical studies and human subject protection
Knowledge of FDA and IRB guidelines
Ability to coordinate IRB submissions and renewals
Ability to assure compliance with 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 faculty, staff, and eligible family members
Wellness and work-life programs and resources
Professional and personal development resources
Access to University libraries, athletic facilities, arboretum, art galleries, museums, and cultural and recreational activities
Free and discounted admission and memberships at Penn arts and cultural centers and museums
Discounts on goods and services including cars, cellular phone plans, movie tickets, and theme parks
Flexible work options, including non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures
Forgivable home loan for eligible employees buying a home or residing in West Philadelphia
Adoption assistance for qualified expenses, for up to two adoptions in the household