Summary

The Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine section in the Department of Medicine is seeking a Research Coordinator I for study and database coordination in clinical research. The Research Coordinator I / Database Coordinator provides entry-level support for registry studies and simple intervention trials. This role focuses on accurate data entry, basic participant coordination, and maintaining study databases under close supervision. The position is designed for individuals beginning a career in clinical research, with opportunities to develop skills in study coordination and data management.

Job Duties

Study Coordination (Registries & Simple Interventions)

• Support patient identification, screening, and enrollment for registry and low-risk intervention studies.
• Assist with informed consent documentation under direct supervision.
• Help maintain regulatory and study binders by filing correspondence and documents.
• Provide logistical support during monitoring visits or team meetings (e.g., printing reports, gathering records).

Database Coordination

• Enter study data into REDCap, sponsor EDC systems, or other designated databases.
• Perform routine data checks to identify missing or incomplete information.
• Assist with responding to data queries under guidance from senior staff.
• Track completion of case report forms and data entry status.
• Generate simple database reports when requested by study coordinators or investigators.
• Performs other job duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Three years of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a health, science, or related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience). No experience required with preferred degree.
• Interest in clinical research and data management.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office; experience with REDCap or other databases preferred but not required.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow instructions and work well under supervision.
• Good communication skills with patients and research staff.

Working Conditions

• Primarily office-based with limited patient-facing duties.
• Requires ability to manage multiple tasks and meet study deadlines with guidance.