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Clinical Research Coordinator

Illinois Bone & Joint Institute

63k - 76k USD/year

Office

Des Plaines, IL, US

Full Time

Description

Job Summary

The Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) is responsible for supporting the planning, coordination, and execution of clinical trials and research studies, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), and company standards.

This position requires prior experience in clinical research and strong working knowledge of regulatory compliance, study protocols, and participant coordination. 

The candidate will participate in all research study related activities and quality assurance of data for assigned research projects.

The CRC works closely with the Principal Investigator and cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality, compliant research conduct.


Key Responsibilities

  • Coordinate study start-up activities, including IRB submissions and regulatory document preparation
  • Enter and manage data in EDC systems, resolve queries, and maintain audit-ready documentation
  • Track and report adverse events, deviations, and compliance issues
  • Liaise with sponsors, CROs, and institutional departments to support study operations
  • Maintain subject logs, regulatory binders, and study-related documentation
  • Prepare for and participate in monitoring visits and audits
  • Coordinate with internal teams and external vendors/CROs to ensure timelines and quality objectives are met
  • Maintains inventory of study supplies and equipment
  • Coordinates reimbursement for study subjects
  • Screen, recruit, and consent participants in accordance with protocol and GCP
  • Conduct study visits and collect source documentation including medical histories, vital signs, and assessments
  • Other job functions as assigned

Requirements

Qualifications

Required:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a health-related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 2 + years of experience in clinical research coordination
  • Knowledge of GCP, FDA regulations, HIPAA, and clinical trial conduct
  • Excellent communication, organizational, and time-management skills
  • Experience with EDC systems and EMR platforms

Preferred:

  • Certified Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC) or equivalent credential
  • Experience in orthopedic, rheumatologic, surgical, therapeutic, and/or device trials


Work Environment

  • Clinical and office-based environment
  • Hybrid work model
  • Requires travel to clinical sites as needed (must have own transportation)

Base salary offers for this position may vary based on factors such as location, skills and relevant experience. We offer the following benefits to those who are benefit eligible (30+ hours a week):  medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, long and short term disability, 401k program with company match and profit sharing, wellness program, health savings accounts, flexible savings accounts, ID protection plan and accident, critical illness and hospital benefits. In addition, we offer paid holidays and paid time off.  

Clinical Research Coordinator

Office

Des Plaines, IL, US

Full Time

63k - 76k USD/year

August 19, 2025

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Illinois Bone & Joint Institute