Clinical Research Coordinator

University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine

. Conduct in-home and on-site study visits .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timePhiladelphia • Pennsylvania • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $53,418 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in conducting clinical study visits, managing IRB submissions, and ensuring compliance with federal regulations and guidelines. Proficient in data collection, documentation maintenance, and preparing research findings for presentation.

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Clinical Study ManagementIRB Submission ManagementData Collection and DocumentationRegulatory ComplianceLiterature Review and Synthesis

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Hard Skills

Data EntryStudy Protocol AdministrationParticipant RecruitmentConsent Procedure WalkthroughInterview CodingManuscript PreparationFederal Regulations KnowledgeIRB Guidelines ComplianceAdverse Event ReportingSource Documentation Maintenance

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsCommunication SkillsTeam CollaborationAttention to DetailProblem-Solving Skills

Tools & Technologies

Case Report FormsStudy BindersRegulatory BindersResearch Documentation Systems

Industry Keywords

Human Subject ProtectionFDA GuidelinesNIH PoliciesUniversity of Pennsylvania ComplianceClinical Research

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct in-home and on-site study visits
Distribute participant incentives and study recruitment materials
Talk to participants to determine interest in research
Verbally walk participants through consent procedures
Administer study protocols
Conduct literature reviews and synthesis
Assist in coding interviews
Prepare and process IRB submissions, amendments, continuing reviews, adverse events, and serious adverse events
Coordinate, organize, and maintain sponsor or CRO documentation, including case report forms, source documentation, study and regulatory binders, and subject binders
Oversee data entry in study datasets
Prepare manuscripts and findings for presentation
Provide administrative support for research operations
Participate in weekly study progress meetings with the PI and research team
Travel between study visits
Perform additional duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Science and 2 to 3 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
Ability to manage IRB submissions and renewals in accordance with FDA and IRB guidelines
Ability to assure compliance with protocols and regulatory requirements
Ability to collect, record, and maintain data and source documentation
Adherence to University of Pennsylvania, ICF, FDA, and NIH guidelines and policies
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 with pre-tax dollars
Tuition assistance for employees, spouses, and dependent children at Penn and for dependent children at other institutions
Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans with pre-tax or Roth options
Substantial time away from work for vacations, personal affairs, illness, injury, and family time
Long-term care insurance
Wellness and work-life programs and resources
Professional and personal development resources
Access to University resources, libraries, athletic facilities, arboretum, art galleries, cultural and recreational activities
Discounts and special services, including arts and entertainment, transportation, mortgages, cars, cellular phone plans, movie tickets, and theme parks
Flexible work hours and work options
Forgivable homeownership loan for eligible employees in West Philadelphia
Adoption assistance for qualified expenses, for up to two adoptions in the household