Senior Research Coordinator

Cortica is looking for a Senior Research Coordinator to join our growing multi-disciplinary team! 

The Senior Research Coordinator is part of the Clinical Research Team at Cortica. In this role, you will ensure successful coordination, protocol adherence, and problem-solving of clinical research studies. The Senior Research Coordinator supports the Research Assistants and Research Coordinators with practical skills and mentorship and reports directly to the Global Research Coordinator. This role supports the growth of the Cortica Innovation Network by taking initiative when challenges arise, meeting them with innovative solutions, and ensuring projects are seen to completion. You’ll bring an added level of expertise to the team, leading others by performing the job duties listed below with initiative and accountability. 

 
We are a rapidly growing healthcare company pioneering the most effective treatment methods for children with neurodevelopmental differences. Our mission is to design and deliver life-changing care – one child, one family, one community at a time. Ultimately, we envision a world that cultivates the full potential of every child. At Cortica, every team member is instrumental in helping us achieve our mission! 
 
Our culture and values guide how we work and treat one another. Cortica celebrates diversity and fosters an inclusive environment, seeking ideas and opinions from everyone on the team. We safeguard equal rights and respect for all individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, creed, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, veteran status or other applicable, legally protected characteristics. All Cortica employment decisions are made based on an individual’s qualifications and ability to successfully perform the job responsibilities. 
 
What will you do? 
 

• Independently perform all research tasks for on-site clinical trials. 

• Seek out innovative solutions for process efficiency. 

• Operate in a self-directed manner, with support from the global research coordinator and principal investigator as requested. 

• Oversee training of the practical aspects of role for Research Assistants and Coordinators, mentorship of Research Assistants and Coordinators. 

• Support the establishment of new trials. 

• Hold responsibility for problem-solving and decision-making that directly impacts the experience of study participants, interpretation of the protocol, relationship with the Sponsor team, and general success of the Cortica Innovation Network. 

• Responsible for effective and punctual communication with study Sponsors. 

• Communicate with families and organizations throughout the community to spread awareness of research opportunities for local children and adolescents. 

• Recruit, screen, schedule, enroll, and run participants both in-clinic and in-home. 

• Work proactively to ensure the research performed fulfills all requirements of the applicable protocol and sponsor group. 

• Take initiative to complete study tasks in a purposeful manner, looping supervisory staff and sponsor teams in when challenges arise. 

• Maintain organized participant scheduling, internal calendars, participant data, and visit coordination. 

• Master various research assessments, which may include ECGs, taking vitals, supporting with blood draws, running devices, and/or cognitive and behavioral assessments.  

• Ensure secure and accurate data collection, entry, and record-keeping. 

• Develop procedures to ensure all study materials are organized and stored to the appropriate degree for successful study conduct.  

• Frequently travel around the community to provide accessibility to research for local families. 

We’d love to hear from you if: 
 

• You hold a bachelor’s degree in related field (Biology, Neurobiology, Neuroscience, Psychology, etc.). 

• You have 2+ years of professional experience. 

• You have 1+ years of clinical research experience. 

 
Your Compensation & Benefits  

Cortica cares deeply about the well-being of each member of our team, and we have created a passionate, caring, and growth-minded culture that helps teammates thrive! As a Cortica teammate, we’ll support your well-being through medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching and rapid vesting, paid holidays and wellness days, life insurance, disability insurance options, tuition reimbursements for professional development and continuing education, and referral bonuses. We value you and the experience you bring to your role, and are proud to provide you with a compensation and benefits package designed to enhance all aspects of your life.  

The base pay range for this opening is $68,640 to $80,600. According to your skill level, relevant experience, education level, and location, you will receive compensation that fits appropriately within the range. 

Cortica is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This posting is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties. Please review the full job description here: Job Description. 

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