Clinical Research Coordinator II

Job Title: Clinical Research Coordinator IIJob DescriptionThe Clinical Research Coordinator II will conduct clinical research and work independently on progressively more complex projects and assignments. The role involves independently managing significant and key aspects of a large study or all aspects of one or more small research studies.Responsibilities+ Oversee subject recruitment and study enrollment goals, determining effective strategies for promoting and recruiting research participants and retaining participants in long-term clinical trials.+ Manage data for research projects by developing systems to organize, collect, report, and monitor data collection, and extract, analyze, and interpret data.+ Develop project schedules, targets, measurements, and accountabilities as assigned, leading team meetings and preparing or approving minutes.+ Supervise, train, and mentor new staff or students, potentially including hiring, preparing or assisting with the preparation of performance evaluations, and providing instruction on project work.+ Audit operations, including laboratory procedures, to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and provide leadership in identifying and implementing corrective actions and processes.+ Monitor Institutional Review Board submissions, respond to requests and questions, and collaborate with principal investigators and study sponsors.+ Provide leadership in determining, recommending, and implementing improvements to policies and processes, defining best practices.+ Develop study budgets with staff and principal investigator, identifying standard of care versus study procedures, tracking patient and study-specific milestones, and invoicing sponsors according to study contracts.+ Ensure regulatory compliance by regularly inspecting study documents and ensuring ongoing regulatory compliance.+ Work with principal investigators to ensure Investigational New Drug applications are submitted to the FDA when applicable and ensure Institutional Review Board renewals are completed.Essential Skills+ Minimum of 2-5 years of experience as a Clinical Research Coordinator, specifically in oncology and complex clinical trials such as cardio, CAR-T, and transplant.+ Experience with interventional sponsored studies, specifically treatment trials within Phase I-II.+ Hands-on experience working with patients in treatment trials.+ Experience in coordinator site roles, not in pharma, CRO, or lab research.+ Proficiency with EPIC and experience in chart review, pre-screening patients, and EDC.Additional Skills & Qualifications+ Experience in oncology treatment Phase I trials.+ Experience with patient-facing study flows and ability to conduct data work from home after training.Work EnvironmentThis role offers a hybrid work environment with four days onsite and one potential flexible day. The opportunity to work with one of the most renowned academic institutions in the US is presented, with a principal investigator who is very hands-on with contractors.Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Palo Alto, CA.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $35.00 - $45.00/hr.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)Workplace TypeThis is a hybrid position in Palo Alto,CA.Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Mar 31, 2026.Diversity, Equity & InclusionAt Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:+ Hiring diverse talent+ Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection+ Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes+ Ensuring growth opportunities for our peopleActalent is an equal opportunity employer.About ActalentActalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC-with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.