• Clinical Research Coordinator

    Actalent (Fountain Valley, CA)


    Job Title: Clinical Research Coordinator

    Job Description

    The Clinical Research Coordinator leads and manages clinical trials within the dermatology industry. This role involves close collaboration with the investigative team, pharmaceutical sponsors, and research participants, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. It requires a strong medical experience, proficiency in Good Clinical Practices (GCP), FDA regulations, and a commitment to ethical research standards.

    Responsibilities

    + Manage and oversee the execution of clinical trials under the direction of the Principal Investigator and Site Manager.

    + Conduct patient visits and ensure adherence to study protocols, collecting and processing biological specimens (blood/urine) and performing procedures such as ECGs and vital signs monitoring.

    + Administer questionnaires, diaries, and other participant materials as per protocol.

    + Schedule and coordinate research visits, assessments, and procedures, ensuring all requirements are met.

    + Maintain accurate case report forms, cross-referencing patient medical records for completeness and FDA compliance.

    + Collect, enter, and manage clinical data while maintaining confidentiality.

    + Monitor study participants, ensuring adherence to study guidelines and ethical standards.

    + Manage investigational medications, including receiving, dispensing, and performing drug accountability.

    + Collaborate with laboratories to process, ship, and ensure review of investigational reports.

    + Actively participate in recruiting and screening study participants.

    + Maintain organized records of study materials, ensuring all regulatory documentation is up to date.

    + Ensure necessary supplies and equipment are available and functional for each study.

    + Comply with company policies, HIPAA, OSHA regulations, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to deliver high-quality services.

    Essential Skills

    + Clinical research experience, particularly in interventional clinical trials.

    + Proficiency in Good Clinical Practices (GCP) and FDA regulations.

    + Good bedside manner and soft skills.

    + Problem-solving skills.

    + Ability to receive and act on feedback from the Principal Investigator.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Preferred: Medical Assistant or Phlebotomy certification.

    + Preferred: Bilingual proficiency in Spanish or Vietnamese.

    + Preferred: Certification as a Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC).

    + Education: High School Diploma or GED required, Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field preferred.

    Work Environment

    The position is fully onsite, with working hours from 8 AM to 5 PM, including a lunch break from 12 PM to 1 PM, often catered by sponsors. The location offers easy access with a full parking lot. The team consists of 7-10 Clinical Research Coordinators and 3-4 Research Assistants, reporting to the Director of Operations. The company has been a reputable presence in dermatology research for over 30 years, combining private practice with a high volume of sponsor-initiated research studies.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fountain Valley, CA.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $35.00/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 Fountain Valley,CA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Dec 23, 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.