Clinical Research Coordinator

CLINICAL RESEARCH COORDINATOR

JOB POSITION

Job Title

Clinical Research Coordinator

Location

Los Angeles metro -Hybrid work. This role follows a hybrid work schedule; however, we can only consider applicants who can commute to our Los Angeles office a few times per week. If hired, you must reside in the commutable area.

About Us

Wallace Medical Group, Inc. is a clinically active dermatology practice that provides medical dermatology, cosmetic dermatology, and conducts site-based Phase II, Phase III, and Phase IV clinical research. We are seeking a dedicated, experienced Research Coordinator to hit the ground running. The team member can be on an employee or contract basis.

Position Summary

The Clinical Research Coordinator works independently, providing study coordination, including screening potential patients for protocol eligibility, presenting non-medical trial concepts and details, and participating in the informed consent process. Responsible for accurate and timely source documents, data collection, documentation, entry, and reporting, including timely response to sponsor queries. This position might be exempt or non-exempt.

Position Responsibilities and Duties

The Clinical Research Coordinator is responsible for compiling and reporting on each study, including protocol activity, accrual data, workload, and other research information. Presents information at regular research staff meetings. May plan and coordinate strategies for increasing patient enrollment, improving efficiency, training of personnel, or identifying new research opportunities. Ensures compliance with all federal and local agencies including the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and local Institutional Review Board (IRB).

• Independent study coordination including screening of potential patients for protocol eligibility, presenting non-medical trial concepts and details to the patients, and participating in the informed consent process.
• Schedules patients for research visits and procedures. In collaboration with the physician and other medical personnel, documents thoroughly on Case Report Forms (CRFs) the following: changes in patient condition, adverse events, concomitant medication use, protocol compliance, and response to study drug.
• Maintains accurate source documents related to all research procedures.
• Performs accurate and timely data collection, documentation, entry, and reporting, including timely response to sponsor queries.
• Schedules and participates in monitoring and auditing activities. Responsible for compiling and reporting on each study, including information related to protocol activity, accrual data, workload, and other research information; present this information at regular research staff meetings.
• Notifies the direct supervisor about concerns regarding data quality and study conduct. Works closely with a regulatory coordinator or directly with the Institutional Review Board (IRB) to submit Adverse Events, Serious Adverse Events, protocol deviations, and Safety Letters in accordance with local and federal guidelines.
• May perform other regulatory / Institutional Review Board duties, budgeting duties, and assist with patient research, billing, and reconciliation.
• Ensures compliance with all federal and local agencies including the Food and Drug Administration (FDA and local Institutional Review Board.
• Maintains research practices using Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines.
• Maintains strict patient confidentiality according to HIPAA regulations and applicable law.
• May coordinate training and education of other personnel.
• May participate in centralized activities such as auditing, Standard Operating Procedure development, and related activities.
• May plan and coordinate strategies for increasing patient enrollment, and/or improving clinical research efficiency.
• May identify quality and performance improvement opportunities and collaborate with staff to develop action plans to improve quality.
• May identify new research opportunities and present to investigators
• Participates in required training and education programs.
• Covers occasional evening or site visit duties (rare) and travel locally as required.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree.
• Experience acting as a clinical research coordinator, having completed a minimum of three to five clinical research studies.
• Strong knowledge of GCP/ICH/FDA regulations and site operations, informed consent process, and monitoring/audit readiness.
• Proficiency in EDC systems (e.g., Medidata Rave, Veeva Vault, RedCap) and CTMS is preferable.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong organizational, multitasking, and time management capabilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, interface with physicians, sponsors, monitors, sub‐vendors, and internal staff.
• Work with trial sponsors to develop study budgets.
• Must be able to start as soon as possible due to urgent operational needs.
• Experience with budgeting, vendor selection/tracking within a site setting.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification as a Clinical Research Coordinator (e.g., CCRC from ACRP/SoCRA).
• Experience in dermatology trials or cosmetic procedural trials (a plus).
• Experience working with diverse mixed patient populations.
• English-Spanish Bilingual.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary (will be aligned with candidate experience, and incentive/bonus structure possible for high‐performance), hourly $28.30 to $48.15 per hour, and exempt $65,000 to $101,000 annually.
• Full benefits including health, dental, vision, vacation, sick, holidays, and a state-sponsored retirement plan.
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic dermatology research environment with diverse patient populations and multiple trial modes (medical + cosmetic).
• Immediate start available—join our team and make an impact quickly.

How to Apply:

Please submit your résumé and a brief cover letter (2-3 paragraphs) highlighting your Phase II, Phase III, and Phase IV clinical research experience, start availability, and why you're drawn to our dermatology research environment. Use subject line: "Clinical Research Coordinator ".We will review applications daily and hope to schedule candidate video interviews within 24 hours of receiving resumes from potential matches.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract

Pay: $65, $101,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 20 – 45 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Los Angeles, CA 90056