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Clinical Research Coordinator

The George Washington University

The George Washington University

Administration
Washington, DC, USA · Washington, DC, USA
USD 43,888-67,889.82 / year
Posted on Sep 11, 2025
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I. DEPARTMENT INFORMATION
Job Description Summary:
Founded in 1824, the GW School of Medicine and Health Sciences (SMHS) is the 11th oldest medical school in the country and the first in the nation’s capital. Since its establishment, the school has been at the forefront of medical education, and has grown to include highly-ranked programs in the health and biomedical sciences. With dozens of top-tier residency programs, SMHS is a competitive and esteemed destination for medical school graduates across the country. Find out more here:http://smhs.gwu.edu/

The Clinical Research Coordinator supports research projects in an assigned Practice Area through the performance of basic clinical and administrative procedures including data collection and tracking. This position helps ensure that GWMFA research projects conform to regulatory and clinical guidelines. The Clinical Research Coordinate provides support in all the aspects of the Clinical Trial research activities. This position will conduct clinical trial activities, will analyze data, and will assist in the preparation of electronic and paper regulatory submissions, program reports, funding proposals, work plans, activity charts (including Gantt) and correspondence as needed. Additional duties include working with operations manuals, auditing for research documentation, and maintaining participant databases.

Responsibilities include:

  • Assesses patient study eligibility, obtains past medical history and health status as required by the research protocol. Interacts with research participants and family members in a friendly, prompt, and caring manner, maintaining confidentiality and respect at all times.
  • Abstracts clinical data from medical charts and medical records.
  • Performs clinical and administrative procedures as necessary for study protocol – i.e. blood pressure, venipuncture, vital signs, completing case forms, answering queries, and completing regulatory documents.
  • Tracks participants’ adverse reactions examples include data management, clinical follow up. Assesses adverse reaction, discuss with investing physician, completes case report and documentation.
  • Completes and maintains institutional review board documentation (submission, continuing review and safety updates).
  • Coordinates study recruitment efforts, referrals, advertising, database research,
  • Schedules patient visits and coordinates testing with other departments.
  • Prepares study samples for storage and shipping.
  • May be responsible for tracking study income.
  • Attends investigator meetings as required.
  • Establishes drug maintenance with pharmacy.
  • Participates in preparation of new research proposals.

Performs other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.
Minimum Qualifications:
Qualified candidates will hold a BA/BS and 2 years of experience in a related discipline. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Certification preferred.
Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Current knowledge of medical research standards, protocols, and regulations.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills for communicating professionally, cheerfully, and effectively with study participants, families, physicians, and coworkers.
  • Exceptional written communication skills for the preparation of coherent research summaries.
  • Proficiency reading documents and following instructions written in English.
  • The ability to work well with others across differences and resolve conflicts when they occur.
  • Familiarity with the technology/equipment utilized by the research project.
  • Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
Hiring Range $43,888.00 - $67,889.82
GW Staff Approach to Pay

How is pay for new employees determined at GW?
Healthcare Benefits

GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs.

II. POSITION INFORMATION
Campus Location: Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.
College/School/Department: School of Medicine and Health Sciences (SMHS)
Family Research and Labs
Sub-Family Clinical Research Operations
Stream Individual Contributor
Level Level 2
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
Hours Per Week: 40
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm
Will this job require the employee to work on site? Yes
Employee Onsite Status Hybrid
Telework: Yes
Required Background Check Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status
Internal Applicants Only? No
Posting Number: R002317
Job Open Date: 09/10/2025
Job Close Date:
Background Screening Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.
EEO Statement:
The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
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