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Job Overview
The Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) will be responsible for managing a portfolio of clinical trials overseen by the Clinical Research Organization (CRO) at Georgetown University Medical Center (GUMC). Working under the direct supervision of the Director of the CRO, the CRC will coordinate and oversee complex clinical trials across multiple studies and therapeutic areas. The CRO supports research efforts for various clinical departments within GUMC, and the CRC plays a critical role in ensuring that all trials are conducted in strict accordance with study protocols, regulatory requirements, institutional policies, and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines. This individual will also provide direct support to research participants and collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders to maintain high standards of research integrity and compliance. Duties include but are not limited to:
Coordinate and manage clinical research studies, ensuring compliance with regulatory, institutional, and sponsor requirements
Recruit, consent, and monitor study participants; conduct study visits and collect clinical data
Maintain accurate study documentation, including regulatory submissions, data entry, and reporting of adverse events
Serve as a liaison between investigators, sponsors, IRB, and other research and clinical staff to support study integrity and progress
Work Interactions
This position reports directly to the Director of the Clinical Research Organization (CRO), who in turn reports to the Vice President for Biomedical Graduate Education and Research. The Clinical Research Coordinator will have direct interaction with research participants, and their families. They will work as part of the multidisciplinary Georgetown-MedStar research team and will serve as the primary point of contact for study sponsors, contract research organizations (CROs), and institutional review boards (IRBs).
Requirements and Qualifications
Minimum Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or related field
1-3 years of clinical research experience preferably at an academic medical center
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Detail oriented with strong documentation skills
Familiarity with human subjects research regulations (IRB, FDA, HIPAA)
Strong organizational, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and research database systems
Experience with OnCore (Clinical Trials Management System)
Experience with electronic data capture systems (e.g., REDCap, Medidata, etc.)
Certified clinical research certification (SoCRA or ACRP) preferred
Work Mode Designation
This position has been designated as On-Campus. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation.
Pay Range:
The projected salary or hourly pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is:
$20.16 - $31.30Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University’s business needs and external factors.
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Benefits:
Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.