About Us:

At the forefront of medical discovery as it relates to understanding the causes of obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, cancer and dementia, Pennington Biomedical Research Center is a campus of Louisiana State University and conducts basic, clinical and population research. The Center includes Basic Science, Clinical Research, and Population and Public Health, enabling both focused research and translational science. Research at Pennington Biomedical is supported broadly by multiple NIH Research Centers, and includes approximately 65 faculty and 20 postdoctoral fellows who comprise a network of 44 laboratories and 13 highly specialized core service facilities. Pennington Biomedical is located within state-of-the-art research facilities on a 222-acre campus in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

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Job Posting Title:

Clinical Research Coordinator 1 - Brain and Metabolism Imaging

Position Type:

Professional / Unclassified

Department:

LSUPBRC Clinic - Brain and Metabolism Imaging in Chronic Disease (Owen T Carmichael (00007151))

Work Location:

LSU - Pennington Biomedical

Pay Grade:

Professional

Job Description:

Pennington Biomedical Research Center, a world-renowned academic research institute of Louisiana State University, is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator 1 in the Brain and Metabolism Imaging in Chronic Disease Laboratory.

The Clinical Research Coordinator will oversee and participate in medical, clinical and interventional research studies as per established protocols and institutional policies and procedures. They will organize and coordinate the screening, consenting, and scheduling aspects of research studies; ensure effective participant interactions and communication, especially via telephone calls. This position offers a unique opportunity to coordinate participant-centered research while contributing to scientific research.

Major Responsibilities

Coordinate and execute study activities in collaboration with the project manager, data manager, investigators, and research team to ensure study milestones, recruitment targets, and project deliverables are achieved according to established timelines.
Coordinate and conduct participant screening, eligibility determination, informed consent discussions and documentation, enrollment, and study visit coordination in accordance with study protocols, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), and regulatory requirements.
Maintain accurate, complete, and timely study records within electronic data capture systems; perform data quality reviews, query resolution, and source document verification to ensure data integrity and protocol compliance.
Assist with the preparation, maintenance, and organization of regulatory and study-related documents, including study protocols, manuals of procedures, training materials, recruitment materials, and Institutional Review Board (IRB) submissions.
Generate and maintain study reports, recruitment metrics, safety reports, progress updates, and other project documentation for investigators, sponsors, and regulatory oversight.
Collaborate with investigators and research team members to achieve study milestones, prepare study reports and materials, support monitoring and audit activities, and contribute to the successful execution of large-scale research studies.
Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Health Sciences, Biological Sciences, Psychology, Kinesiology, Nursing, Nutrition, Social Sciences, or a related field.
Interest in, and exposure to, clinical research, healthcare, public health, and/or community-based research.
Experience interacting with participants, patients, clients, or community members in a professional setting.
Strong organizational, time management, and project coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively with diverse populations, community partners, investigators, and research staff.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and the ability to learn electronic data capture and research management systems.

Preferred Qualifications

Two (2) years of experience in clinical research, healthcare, public health, community-based research, and/or participant recruitment, which can include internships, academic research, or work in a clinical or research lab setting.
Demonstrated ability to collect, document, and maintain accurate records and data with strong attention to detail.
Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP), human subjects protections, informed consent procedures, and Institutional Review Board (IRB) requirements.
Experience using electronic data capture systems (e.g., REDCap), clinical trial management systems, or other research databases.

Pennington Biomedical Research Center seeks to recruit a highly productive workforce with a broad range of backgrounds and perspectives and will provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and prospective employees. Employment decisions shall be based strictly on merit and without regard to religious or political beliefs, sex, race, or any other non-merit factor.

Additional Job Description:

Competencies:

None

Special Instructions:

Interested candidates should include a cover letter, a resume, and a list of three (3) professional references to the online application. Official transcripts are required prior to hire and are not required at the time of application.

Professional references should be the name, title, company, and contact information from past employers. Professional references should include current or previous supervisors and/or coworkers. Personal references should not be considered for the reference check process.

We will respect the request that we not contact a current employer. However, we will need to contact a prior supervisor if such a request is made.

Posting Date:

July 1, 2026

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

July 15, 2026

Additional Position Information:

Pennington Biomedical is located within state-of-the-art research facilities on a 222-acre campus in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. For more information, visit PBRC.

Questions regarding career opportunities at Pennington Biomedical should be sent to [email protected].

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - Pennington Biomedical Research Center offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

Essential Position (Y/N):

Pennington Biomedical Research Center/LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Contact Information:

Questions or concerns can be directed to PBRC Human Resources at 225-763-2776 or [email protected].