What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Research Coordinator I or II position at headlandsresearch?
At Headlands Research, we are dedicated to enhancing clinical trial delivery within our communities. As a leading network of advanced clinical trial sites, we leverage cutting-edge technology and exceptional support services to broaden outreach and participation. Founded in 2018, our rapidly growing company currently operates 20 sites across the US and Canada, with plans for further expansion.
📍 Portland, OR
🏥 Summit Research Network
🕒 Full-time | Onsite (no opportunities for hybrid or remote)
For experienced CRCs looking for stability, collaboration, and meaningful work
If you’re an experienced Clinical Research Coordinator who values strong operations, multidisciplinary collaboration, and a schedule that actually supports work–life balance, Summit Research Network may be the right next step in your career.
Our Portland site is known for its depth of experience, thoughtful study execution, and team-based approach to clinical research—particularly in memory studies.
About Summit Research Network
Since 1976, Summit Research Network has worked in cooperation with pharmaceutical companies to develop new medical treatments for various of conditions by conducting 500 clinical trials. With decades of experience, Summit Research Network provides the most advanced clinical research, including our Memory Health Center, to help develop better treatments and better future health for individuals with psychiatric, dementia, age related memory issues and many other health conditions.
Why Experienced CRCs Choose Summit
- Multi-disciplinary collaboration with seasoned investigators and clinical staff
- Strong operational support and clear SOPs
- Exposure to complex, meaningful studies—not just high-volume turnover
- Backing of a growing research network with resources and stability
This role is ideal for CRCs who enjoy owning their studies, working with competent teams, and being trusted to execute with precision.
Responsibilities:
- Provide the highest level of care for study patients
- Deliver excellent customer service to pharmaceutical clients
- Coordinate all aspects of assigned clinical trials from site initiation through close-out
- Conduct subject visits and ensure accurate, timely documentation in compliance with protocol and standards
- Maintain compliance with protocols, GCP/ICH guidelines, FDA regulations, IRB requirements, and SOPs
- Manage subject recruitment, informed consent, and retention activities
- Ensure timely EDC data entry and resolution of queries
- Report and follow up on AEs, SAEs, and protocol deviations
- Collaborate with investigators, sponsors/CROs, labs, and internal teams
- Prepare for and participate in monitoring visits, audits, and inspections
- Maintain regulatory documentation and ensure training compliance for amendments and systems
- Perform study procedures such as phlebotomy, ECGs, and sample processing (as trained)
- Attend investigator meetings and provide cross-functional support as needed
- Maintain working knowledge of protocols, lab manuals, equipment calibration, and inventory
Requirements:
- At least two years of experience managing multiple phase 2-4 industry-sponsored clinical trial studies as the primary coordinator required
- Bachelor's degree OR 2 years of college in a health-related program OR experience and training in conducting clinical trials with knowledge of ICH GCP required.
- Strong understanding of FDA regulations, ICH-GCP, and clinical trial operations
- Experience with EDC, IVRS, and clinical research platforms
- Proficiency in medical terminology and clinical documentation
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple studies
- Clear, professional verbal and written communication skills
- Comfortable working onsite in a collaborative, clinical environment
Who Thrives in This Role
- CRCs who want structure, support, and accountability
- Those interested in taking the next step in managing people
- Professionals who value teamwork over silos
- Coordinators who care about data quality, patient experience, and compliance
- Those ready to grow within a stable, well-established research site
📬 Apply today if you’re looking for a CRC role where your experience is respected, your schedule is predictable, and your work directly contributes to advancing meaningful medical research.