Clinical Research Coordinator - Blackburn
Lancashire, United Kingdom | Full time | Field-based | R1545769
Are you looking for an opportunity in Clinical Research? If so, join IQVIA as a Clinical Research Coordinator / Site Research Assistant to support a clinical study.
This is a short‑term assignment of 6 months, working 13 hours per week, with the role one day onsite and half a day remote each week.
As a pivotal member of the site team, you will be involved in a variety of clinical and administrative tasks to support investigators in ensuring the smooth running of clinical trials.
Key Responsibilities
* Support clinical research studies and maintain a safe study environment in accordance with health and safety policies, under the direction and delegation of the Principal Investigator
* Safeguard the well‑being of study participants, act as a patient advocate, and address participant concerns
* Maintain up‑to‑date study documentation, including study protocols, case report forms (CRFs), Electronic Data Capture (EDC) systems, and other essential records
* Plan and coordinate logistical activities for study procedures in line with the study protocol
* Perform clinical study set‑up and preparation, including labeling specimen collection tubes and containers, managing inventory of required supplies, and setting up or troubleshooting study equipment
* Assist with data entry, data quality checks, and query resolution to ensure protocol compliance and data accuracy
* Support study enrollment activities, including recruiting, screening, and orienting participants according to the study protocol
* Ensure correct custody and handling of study medication in accordance with site standard operating procedures
* Coordinate with study monitors on study‑related issues and respond effectively to monitor‑initiated queries
* Perform and document patient vital signs
Required Skills and Experience
* BS/BA in life sciences or equivalent education and/or relevant work experience in a clinical or medical setting (e.g., Clinical Research Coordinator, Research Nurse, Medical Assistant, or similar role)
* Experience as a Research Nurse or a highly experienced Clinical Research Coordinator / Site Research Assistant
* Strong knowledge of clinical trials, including departmental, protocol‑specific, and study‑specific operating procedures, consent forms, and study schedules
* Strong IT skills, with proficiency in MS Windows and Microsoft Office applications (Access, Outlook, Excel, Word)
* Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, managers, and clients
* Strong organizational skills with close attention to detail
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