The Lundquist Institute for Biomedical Innovation at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
Clinical Research Coordinator
The Lundquist Institute for Biomedical Innovation at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center, Torrance, California, United States, 90504
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The Lundquist Institute for Biomedical Innovation at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center .
Pay Range: $28.00/hr – $33.00/hr (Base pay range).
Position Overview The Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) supports the clinical research and operational activities of the Liu Center for Pulmonary Hypertension at The Lundquist Institute for Biomedical Innovation, located at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center campus. The CRC coordinates multiple pulmonary hypertension clinical trials (PAH, PH‑ILD, PH‑HFpEF) under Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines, assists clinical staff with study activities, and ensures compliance with all institutional and regulatory requirements.
Required Skills & Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in health sciences or related field (preferred).
At least 2 years of clinical or research experience; pulmonary or cardiology experience is a plus.
Current certification in phlebotomy or willingness to complete training within six months of hire.
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to work independently and adapt to a fast‑paced, research‑focused environment.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
Competency in Microsoft Office, electronic data capture (EDC), IRT/IWRS, lab portals, and other clinical trial systems.
Working knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and HIPAA regulations.
Description of Duties Clinical and Research Support
Support or perform study visit procedures, including vital signs, assessments, and specimen collection (excluding RN‑only procedures).
Enter study data promptly and accurately into EDC systems.
Assist with medical record and CRFs/Source documentation, study visit notes, and informed consent verification.
Monitor lab result review, documentation accuracy, and data completeness.
Assist in obtaining imaging procedures and uploading data to cardiac safety portals.
Follow up on missed visits or pending assessments per protocol.
Assist participants during study visits and ensure a supportive and professional environment.
Collect, process, prepare, and ship biological samples to central laboratories following protocol and safety guidelines.
Resolve data queries and communicate with monitors.
Prepare documentation for study monitoring visits, audits, and institutional inspections.
QC (quality check) charts and data prior to monitoring or audits.
Site Operations Support and Logistics
Assist with receiving, inventory, and tracking all study supplies and shipments.
Review study‑related supplies as needed.
Ensure all study materials are prepared before participant visits.
Support logistics for participant transportation or movement across hospital buildings.
Facilitate effective communication among team members, participants, and the research nurse or PI.
Preferred Qualifications
Certification as a Clinical Research Coordinator (SOCRA, ACRP, or equivalent).
Previous experience in pulmonary hypertension or cardiopulmonary clinical research.
Experience with eMRs or similar clinical data systems.
Work Environment
Collaborative, multidisciplinary team within a leading academic research institute.
Moderate physical activity including occasional lifting of supplies and sample handling.
Requires flexibility to support participant visits and study timelines.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Research, Analyst, and Information Technology; Research Services industries.
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Clinical Research Coordinator
role at
The Lundquist Institute for Biomedical Innovation at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center .
Pay Range: $28.00/hr – $33.00/hr (Base pay range).
Position Overview The Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) supports the clinical research and operational activities of the Liu Center for Pulmonary Hypertension at The Lundquist Institute for Biomedical Innovation, located at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center campus. The CRC coordinates multiple pulmonary hypertension clinical trials (PAH, PH‑ILD, PH‑HFpEF) under Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines, assists clinical staff with study activities, and ensures compliance with all institutional and regulatory requirements.
Required Skills & Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in health sciences or related field (preferred).
At least 2 years of clinical or research experience; pulmonary or cardiology experience is a plus.
Current certification in phlebotomy or willingness to complete training within six months of hire.
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to work independently and adapt to a fast‑paced, research‑focused environment.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
Competency in Microsoft Office, electronic data capture (EDC), IRT/IWRS, lab portals, and other clinical trial systems.
Working knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and HIPAA regulations.
Description of Duties Clinical and Research Support
Support or perform study visit procedures, including vital signs, assessments, and specimen collection (excluding RN‑only procedures).
Enter study data promptly and accurately into EDC systems.
Assist with medical record and CRFs/Source documentation, study visit notes, and informed consent verification.
Monitor lab result review, documentation accuracy, and data completeness.
Assist in obtaining imaging procedures and uploading data to cardiac safety portals.
Follow up on missed visits or pending assessments per protocol.
Assist participants during study visits and ensure a supportive and professional environment.
Collect, process, prepare, and ship biological samples to central laboratories following protocol and safety guidelines.
Resolve data queries and communicate with monitors.
Prepare documentation for study monitoring visits, audits, and institutional inspections.
QC (quality check) charts and data prior to monitoring or audits.
Site Operations Support and Logistics
Assist with receiving, inventory, and tracking all study supplies and shipments.
Review study‑related supplies as needed.
Ensure all study materials are prepared before participant visits.
Support logistics for participant transportation or movement across hospital buildings.
Facilitate effective communication among team members, participants, and the research nurse or PI.
Preferred Qualifications
Certification as a Clinical Research Coordinator (SOCRA, ACRP, or equivalent).
Previous experience in pulmonary hypertension or cardiopulmonary clinical research.
Experience with eMRs or similar clinical data systems.
Work Environment
Collaborative, multidisciplinary team within a leading academic research institute.
Moderate physical activity including occasional lifting of supplies and sample handling.
Requires flexibility to support participant visits and study timelines.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Research, Analyst, and Information Technology; Research Services industries.
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