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Clinical Research Coordinator

Fortrea
1-3 years
Not Disclosed
Madison, United States
1 June 9, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: M.Pharm/B.Pharm or M.Sc. Skills: MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, mRS and EQ-5D-5L., Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill

Clinical Research Coordinator

Location: Madison, Wisconsin (On-Site)
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Requisition ID: 262923

About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) to support the operational conduct of Phase I clinical trials at our Madison, WI research unit. This role provides direct interaction with healthy volunteer participants while coordinating study activities and ensuring compliance with study protocols, regulatory requirements, and company SOPs.

As a CRC, you will work alongside Project Managers, Principal Investigators, and cross-functional clinical teams to ensure studies are executed safely, efficiently, and according to established timelines.

Note: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.


Key Responsibilities

Study Setup & Planning (40%)

  • Coordinate all study start-up activities.

  • Develop and obtain approvals for study-specific documentation.

  • Create study schedules and clinical procedure plans.

  • Ensure laboratories, equipment, and operational resources are prepared.

  • Collaborate with Operations and Pharmacy teams to support efficient study execution.

Study Coordination (30%)

  • Manage critical study events including:

    • Participant Check-In

    • PK (Pharmacokinetic) Days

    • Participant Check-Out

  • Monitor participant safety, compliance, and well-being.

  • Escalate operational issues and implement corrective actions.

  • Coordinate medical consultations and treatment when required.

  • Communicate participant status and adverse events to investigators and project teams.

Study Meetings (20%)

  • Facilitate and participate in key study meetings, including:

    • Clinical Start-Up Meetings

    • Clinical Planning Meetings

    • Site Initiation Meetings

  • Contribute operational insights and study execution recommendations.

Protocol Review (10%)

  • Review study protocols and provide site-level feedback.

  • Evaluate protocol feasibility, safety considerations, logistics, and site capabilities.

  • Support distribution and implementation of protocol amendments.


Additional Responsibilities

Participant Management

  • Verify participant eligibility during screening and pre-dose assessments.

  • Address participant concerns and complaints professionally.

  • Authorize participant stipend payments when required.

Clinical Trial Operations

  • Maintain study master files and site documentation.

  • Support electronic Trial Master File (eTMF) management.

  • Manage biological sample shipment schedules.

  • Coordinate monitoring visits and resolve monitoring queries.

  • Ensure accurate source documentation and timely data entry.

Quality & Compliance

  • Ensure adherence to:

    • ICH-GCP Guidelines

    • Study Protocols

    • Regulatory Requirements

    • Company SOPs

  • Document and communicate protocol deviations and unscheduled events.

  • Support client audits, inspections, and continuous quality improvement initiatives.

Training & Leadership

  • Deliver and facilitate study-specific training sessions.

  • Mentor junior coordinators and operational staff as needed.

  • Develop clinical skills and perform study procedures when required.

Recruitment Support

  • Collaborate with recruitment teams to ensure enrollment goals are achieved.

  • Monitor recruitment progress and provide regular updates to project management.

Client Interaction

  • Support client visits and conference calls.

  • Understand client expectations and maintain high-quality service delivery.

  • Participate in client audits and answer study-related operational questions.


Qualifications

Required

  • Bachelor's degree in:

    • Life Sciences

    • Pharmacy

    • Nursing

    • Medical Laboratory Technology

    • Related Healthcare Field

OR

  • Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.

Experience

  • 1–2 years of hands-on experience as a Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) or similar clinical research role.

  • Experience supporting clinical trials in a regulated environment.