What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Research Coordinator position at ALSA Research?
Company Description
ALSA Research, founded in 1994, is a premier clinical research organization with facilities in New York City and Connecticut. As a second-generation family business, the company is dedicated to conducting the highest quality clinical trials. ALSA Research focuses on developing, researching, and approving new, safe, and effective medications for various conditions and diseases. The organization's commitment to excellence has established its reputation as a trusted partner in the clinical research industry.
Role Description
This is a full-time, on-site role for a Clinical Research Coordinator position at an active Phase II–IV clinical research site in Bridgeport, CT.
We are looking for a CRC with prior clinical research experience who can step into an active study workload. You'll have direct interaction with trial participants in the conduct of study visits — including taking vital signs, drawing and processing blood samples, collecting patient data, and dispensing and administering study medication. The CRC supports, facilitates, and coordinates daily study activities including scheduling and performing patient visits, electronic source document creation/data entry, and coordinating monitoring visits.
This is a high-impact role with room to grow quickly at a site that values quality and initiative. Compensation based on experience. Bilingual (English and Spanish) a plus.
Responsibilities:
- Participant Visits – Perform check-ins, collect vitals, draw blood, administer investigational or placebo products, observe for AEs, and provide study-related education.
- Study Documentation – Complete source notes, CRFs/eCRFs, and maintain participant files in compliance with GCP and site SOPs.
- Regulatory Support – Assist with ICF management, IRB correspondence, and study binder updates.
- Specimen Handling – Process, package, and ship biospecimens per protocol and IATA regulations.
- Scheduling & Tracking – Coordinate participant appointments, follow-up calls, and data entry within CTMS/EDC systems.
- Team Collaboration – Work closely with the Principal Investigator, lead CRCs, and sponsor monitors to keep studies on time and audit-ready.
Qualifications
Required:
- Prior experience as a Clinical Research Coordinator (minimum 1 year or multiple study cycles)
- Competency in phlebotomy (vacutainer & finger-stick)
- Familiarity with GCP, source documentation, and the conduct of study visits
- Authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
Preferred:
- Experience with CTMS/EDC/eCRF platforms
- IATA certification or specimen handling experience
- Competency in intramuscular/subcutaneous injections
- ACRP (CCRC) or SOCRA (CCRP) certification
- Fluent in both English and Spanish
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple studies simultaneously
- Excellent written & verbal communication and documentation review skills