Clinical Research Coordinator I – Rheumatology

Emory University

Clinical Research Coordinator supporting rheumatology clinical trials at Emory University. Managing recruitment, participant data, specimens, procedures, and regulatory coordination in a hybrid role.

Posted 8/17/2026full-timeAtlanta • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in research coordination, including patient recruitment, data entry, and regulatory compliance. Proficient in clinical procedures such as phlebotomy and participant interviews, with strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

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Research CoordinationData EntryPhlebotomyPatient RecruitmentRegulatory Compliance

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Hard Skills

Data EntryPhlebotomyVenipunctureInterviewingQuality AssuranceMedical Record ReviewSpecimen CollectionCase Report Form CompletionRegulatory Submission TrackingClinical Training Monitoring

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsAttention to DetailInterpersonal Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Industry Keywords

Clinical ResearchPatient ContactHuman Blood HandlingBody Fluids ManagementInfectious Materials Safety

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Maintain research project data, complete source documents/case report forms, and perform data entry
Assist with patient recruitment
Attend study meetings
Order and maintain equipment and supplies
Review medical records and conduct recruitment screenings
Perform participant interviews and quality-of-life questionnaires
Collect study specimens according to protocol, including possible phlebotomy, processing, and preparation for shipping
Coordinate services and schedule procedures
Create and maintain case packages
Monitor charges
Assist with quality assurance
Track regulatory submissions
Perform related approved responsibilities as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or GED and three years of administrative support experience
Or two years of college in a scientific, health related, or business administration program and one year of administrative support or customer service experience
Or licensed practical nurse (LPN) and one year of administrative support or licensed practical nursing experience
Or a Bachelor's degree, Master's degree, MD, or PhD in a scientific, health related, or business administration program
Experience with research coordination, including recruitment, consent, interviewing, and data entry
At least a bachelor's degree; psychology, social science, or public health preferred but not required
Strong organizational, attention-to-detail, and interpersonal skills
Willingness to complete a provided phlebotomy course
Venipuncture blood collection experience preferred but not required
Clinical training requirements must be tracked and monitored through Emory Healthcare under the Clinical Researcher credentialing category
Must reside in the state of Georgia
Must be able to commute to Emory University on a flexible weekly schedule
Position involves clinical patient contact and working with human blood, body fluids, tissues, or other potentially infectious materials

Benefits

Comp & perks

Opportunity to work from home regularly
Phlebotomy course provided
Equal opportunity employment
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities