Clinical Research Coordinator

Position Summary: The Clinical Research Assistant supports the Clinical Director, Principal Investigator, and physicians in coordinating and conducting retina and ophthalmology clinical research studies. This role assists with study start-up, patient testing, regulatory compliance, and day-to-day research operations in a fast-paced subspecialty practice. Key Responsibilities: Assist with study start-up, including IRB submissions, amendments, continuing reviews, and regulatory binders. Coordinate research visits, patient scheduling, recruitment, screening, and follow-up. Obtain and document informed consent under supervision and per protocol. Perform protocol-required clinical testing, including visual acuity, OCT imaging, fundus photography, visual fields, fluorescein angiography support, genetic testing coordination, urinalysis, EKGs, and other ophthalmic / systemic assessments. Prepare, collect, label, process, and ship research specimens (blood, urine, genetic samples) per protocol. Accurately document source data, maintain case report forms, and enter data into research databases. Monitor for adverse events and promptly report concerns to the Clinical Director / PI. Maintain study logs, temperature logs, investigational product accountability, and equipment calibration records. Order and maintain clinical supplies, lab kits, imaging materials, and research inventory. Coordinate with sponsors, CROs, labs, and vendors regarding study requirements and monitoring visits. Support sponsor audits, site visits, and compliance reviews. Assist with research billing support, study budgets, and administrative projects as needed. Maintain strict patient confidentiality and ensure compliance with HIPAA, GCP, FDA, and IRB requirements.

Pay: $22.00 - $29.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person