Clinical Research Coordinator (Contract Position) Job Description: We are seeking a full-time, onsite Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) with experience in clinical research to support an ongoing Ophthalmology clinical trial. The ideal candidate will be able to work independently and act as one of the main CRCs for this study. As the position and study progress, additional responsibilities may be assigned. The candidate must be flexible and willing to assist with various tasks as needed. Key Responsibilities: Patient Recruitment: Identify and recruit suitable patients for the clinical trial. Medical Record Review: Conduct thorough reviews of patient medical records. Participant Screening: Perform phone screenings or prescreen participants for eligibility. Informed Consent: Obtain informed consent from trial participants. Data Management: Collect study data and enter it into electronic data capture (EDC) systems. Query Resolution: Address and resolve data queries promptly. Medical Record Retrieval: Obtain necessary medical records for the study. Documentation: Create and maintain source documents. Compliance: Ensure compliance with e-diary protocols. Regulatory Support: Assist with Institutional Review Board (IRB) approvals and provide regulatory support. Adverse Event Reporting: Assist with timely reporting of adverse events (AEs) and serious adverse events (SAEs). Study Visit Preparation: Organizing participant schedules, ensuring informed consent, preparing necessary documentation, and coordinating with the research team to ensure all protocols are followed. Specimen Collection and Processing: Obtain biological specimens from participants, label and temporarily store them, perform initial processing like serum separation, and transport them to a lab for further analysis and storage. Study Binder Maintenance: Keep study binders organized and up-to-date. Participant Follow-Up: Conduct follow-up with study subjects to ensure retention. Scheduling: Arrange in-patient visits and follow-up appointments, and send reminders. Administrative Tasks: Perform various administrative duties as required. General Support: Assist with any other study-related efforts as deemed necessary by the site. Qualifications: + Minimum of two years of experience as a Clinical Research Coordinator + IATA certification required + Specific experience in Ophthalmology clinical trials preferred + Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR) and electronic data capture (EDC) systems Additional Details: Duration: Open ended contract Schedule: 40 hours per week (Monday-Friday) - during normal business hours Start Date: ASAP Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $33.00 • Medical, dental & vision• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)• Short and long-term disability• Health Spending Account (HSA)• Transportation benefits• Employee Assistance Program• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Houston,TX 77005. Application Deadline This position will be accepting applications until Dec 24, 2024. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through: + Hiring diverse talent + Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection + Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes + Ensuring growth opportunities for our people The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.