Medasource
Position Overview
We are seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) I–II to support an active influenza and COVID-19 observational study in a high-acuity clinical setting. This role is fully on-site and embedded within the Emergency Department (ED) and inpatient units, where the CRC will play a key role in participant enrollment, patient-facing research activities, and clinical sample collection and processing.
The ideal candidate is highly organized, comfortable working directly with infectious disease patients, and thrives in a fast-paced hospital environment. Strong communication skills and attention to protocol and regulatory compliance are essential.
Key Responsibilities Serve as the primary point of contact with study participants and communicate relevant findings to clinical providers Identify and screen eligible patients using the track board across ED and inpatient units Approach, consent, and interview patients who test positive for influenza and/or COVID-19 Administer and complete patient questionnaires Perform baseline testing and clinical sample collection at initial visits (e.g., blood, respiratory samples) Conduct serial sample collections at follow-up intervals (nasal swabs, throat swabs, saliva samples, etc.) Process and handle biological samples in the laboratory in accordance with study protocols Ensure accurate documentation and adherence to study, institutional, and regulatory requirements
Required Qualifications 2–5 years of clinical or research experience Phlebotomy experience Comfort and prior experience conducting nasal swabs and working with influenza/COVID-positive patients Experience screening, consenting, and enrolling research participants Experience with clinical sample processing Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-stress Emergency Department environment
Preferred Qualifications Prior experience supporting observational influenza and/or COVID-19 research studies
Key Responsibilities Serve as the primary point of contact with study participants and communicate relevant findings to clinical providers Identify and screen eligible patients using the track board across ED and inpatient units Approach, consent, and interview patients who test positive for influenza and/or COVID-19 Administer and complete patient questionnaires Perform baseline testing and clinical sample collection at initial visits (e.g., blood, respiratory samples) Conduct serial sample collections at follow-up intervals (nasal swabs, throat swabs, saliva samples, etc.) Process and handle biological samples in the laboratory in accordance with study protocols Ensure accurate documentation and adherence to study, institutional, and regulatory requirements
Required Qualifications 2–5 years of clinical or research experience Phlebotomy experience Comfort and prior experience conducting nasal swabs and working with influenza/COVID-positive patients Experience screening, consenting, and enrolling research participants Experience with clinical sample processing Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-stress Emergency Department environment
Preferred Qualifications Prior experience supporting observational influenza and/or COVID-19 research studies