• Clinical Research Coordinator

    Actalent (Palo Alto, CA)


    Job Title: Clinical Research Coordinator

    Job Description

    We are seeking a dedicated Clinical Research Coordinator to serve as the primary contact for research participants, sponsors, and regulatory agencies. The coordinator will manage studies from startup through close-out and ensure compliance with research protocols while maintaining patient safety and data integrity.

    Responsibilities

    + Act as the primary contact with research participants, sponsors, and regulatory agencies.

    + Coordinate studies from startup through close-out.

    + Determine eligibility of study participants and gather consent according to protocol.

    + Assist in developing recruitment strategies.

    + Coordinate collection and processing of study specimens.

    + Collect and manage patient and laboratory data for clinical research projects.

    + Manage research project databases and develop study-related documents.

    + Ensure compliance with research protocols and audit case report forms for accuracy.

    + Prepare regulatory submissions and ensure completion of Institutional Review Board renewals.

    + Assemble study kits for visits and monitor scheduling of procedures and charges.

    + Attend monitoring meetings with sponsors and act as the primary contact.

    + Monitor expenditures and ensure adherence to study budgets.

    + Resolve billing issues in collaboration with finance and management staff.

    + Interact regularly with the principal investigator to ensure patient safety and proper study conduct.

    + Ensure essential documentation and recording of patient and research data.

    + Participate in monitor visits and regulatory audits.

    Essential Skills

    + Minimum of 2 years experience as a Clinical Research Coordinator.

    + Experience with clinical research trials.

    + Hands-on experience with complex clinical trials.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Experience with chart review and pre-screening patients.

    + Proficiency in electronic data capture (EDC) systems.

    + Ability to work patient-facing and conduct data tasks from home after training.

    Work Environment

    This position is a hybrid role requiring 4 days onsite with the potential for 1 flex day. Initially slated as a 6-month contract, there is an opportunity for direct hire based on performance. You will have the chance to work with one of the most renowned academic institutions in the US.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract position based out of Palo Alto, California.

     

    Please send your resume and 2-3 professional references to hjaquez @actalentservices.com to discuss next steps.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $40.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Palo Alto,CA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Oct 28, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.