Clinical Research Coordinator I – Neurology

WashU IT

. Implement and manage all phases of study/protocols .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeSt. Louis • Missouri • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $49,200 - $73,800 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Clinical Research and Clinical Study Protocols, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements while effectively managing participant recruitment and data collection. Proficient in educating participants and families about dementia care and conducting clinical assessments.

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Clinical ResearchClinical Study ProtocolsBasic Life Support CertificationParticipant RecruitmentData Collection

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Hard Skills

Protocol ManagementData AnalysisPhlebotomyNeurological Lumbar PuncturesClinical Data Evaluation

Soft Skills

CommunicationInterpersonal CommunicationOrganizing

Tools & Technologies

Computer Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Basic Life Support Certification

Industry Keywords

Regulatory ComplianceInformed ConsentAdverse Event ReportingParticipant Eligibility AssessmentClinical Assessments

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Implement and manage all phases of study/protocols
Ensure compliance with protocol guidelines and regulatory agency requirements
Establish record-keeping systems
Assess and determine participants’ progress
Analyze, investigate, and report adverse events
Determine when to notify physicians, stop participant inclusion, or adjust protocols
Resolve protocol management issues and recommend corrective action
Recruit and enroll study participants
Determine participant eligibility using diagnostic criteria, interviews, and observations/analysis
Develop informed consent packets and obtain completed informed consent
Assist with neurological lumbar punctures and document procedures
Perform blood draws when trained in phlebotomy
Educate participants, families, and caregivers about studies, dementia, and dementia care
Administer and score tests and evaluate laboratory and clinical assessments
Coordinate timely completion of protocol assessments, testing, procedures, and treatments
Evaluate and interpret collected clinical data
Prepare presentations, reports, analyses, recommendations, and conclusions
Collect clinical data under clinical research protocols
Coordinate brain donations and autopsies on a rotating call schedule
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education
Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
Online BLS certifications without a skills assessment component are not sufficient
No specific work experience is required
Clinical Research
Clinical Study Protocols
Communication
Computer Systems
Interpersonal Communication
Organizing
Research Support
Ability to perform essential functions satisfactorily
Successful completion of applicable pre-employment screening

Benefits

Comp & perks

Up to 22 days of vacation
10 recognized holidays
Sick time
Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance
Free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees
Defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, with university contributions starting at 7%
Wellness challenges
Annual health screenings
Mental health resources
Mindfulness programs and courses
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Financial resources
Access to dietitians
4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child
Family care resources
Tuition coverage for employees and families, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years