Study Start-Up Specialist

Tempus AI

Study Start-Up Specialist coordinating site activations for clinical trials at Tempus. Collaborating with teams to ensure timely patient enrollment and adherence to protocols.

Posted 7/31/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $55,000 - $70,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in clinical trial site activation and study start-up processes, with a strong understanding of FDA regulations and Good Clinical Practices. Proven ability to manage multiple projects, develop relationships, and communicate effectively with stakeholders.

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Clinical Research CoordinationStudy Start-Up ExpertiseProject Management SkillsKnowledge of FDA RegulationsStrong Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Clinical Research CoordinationStudy Start-UpSite ActivationProject ManagementRegulatory ComplianceAnalytical SkillsProblem-Solving Skills

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsAttention to DetailOrganizational SkillsRelationship Development

Tools & Technologies

MS Office Applications

Certifications & Qualifications

CCRC

Industry Keywords

Good Clinical PracticesHIPAA ComplianceOncologyPharmaceuticalCRO

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Act as the single point of contact from Tempus for JIT and expedited site activations, including maintaining site activation timelines and answering study start-up related questions
Coordinate with TIME sites and sponsor teams to activate clinical trials through the JIT and expedited activation process in order to enroll eligible patients
Collaborate with the central IRB team to facilitate IRB review and approval
Attend bi-weekly meetings with the central IRB team
Educate TIME sites and sponsor partners on the JIT and expedited activation processes and best practices
Attend Rapid Activation Demos for onboarding TIME sites
Attend standing meetings with TIME sites to review site activation process and ongoing activations
Attend sponsor KOMs (where applicable)
Attend standing meetings with sponsors to review ongoing site activations (where applicable)
Contribute to relationships with TIME sites and pharmaceutical/ CRO partners in the TIME program
Support the team performing feasibility, activations, and other activities within the start up processes
Develop and implement new products, services, and workflows to drive efficiencies throughout the SSU and TIME team
Contribute to the development of marketing collateral for the TIME program
Administrative tasks associated with the activities listed above

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in science or health related field
2+ years of experience working as a clinical research coordinator in oncology or experience working for a pharmaceutical company/CRO
Deep understanding of study start-up and site activation
Knowledge of current FDA regulations, Good Clinical Practices governing clinical research, and HIPAA compliance
Strong project management skills, with the ability to set goals and prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Excellent organization and written/ oral communication skills with high attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships
Superior analytical, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
CCRC preferable
Proficient in the use of MS Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Incentive compensation
Restricted stock units
Medical and other benefits depending on the position