Clinical Research Specialist

Make a meaningful impact in advancing clinical research at Meritus Health.

Meritus Health is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Clinical Research Specialist to support the planning, coordination, and daily operations of clinical research trials across our health system. In this vital role, you’ll work directly with the Associate Dean of Research, Principal Investigators, sponsors, and regulatory agencies to ensure that every study is conducted with excellence, accuracy, and integrity.

What You Will Do

As a Clinical Research Specialist, you will:

Lead & Support Clinical Research Activities

• Assist with the development, implementation, and evaluation of clinical practices for sponsored and Meritus-initiated clinical trials.
• Ensure the ethical conduct of research and compliance with all regulatory standards (IRB, FDA, GCP).

Manage Regulatory Compliance

• Prepare and maintain submissions for federal, state, and local regulatory bodies, including Institutional Review Boards.
• Develop and oversee effective systems for required reporting and documentation.

Execute Research Protocols

• Follow clinical trial protocols in alignment with Good Clinical Practice (GCP).
• Support ongoing quality assurance and quality control processes.

Drive Research Growth

• Identify new research opportunities that align with our system’s resources and population.
• Support the expansion and development of investigator-initiated and sponsored research programs.

Engage Participants & the Community

• Assist in participant recruitment and enrollment.
• Promote research initiatives to providers, community members, payors, and internal teams.

Support Education & Professional Development

• Assist with training, mentoring, and supporting clinical research staff, providers, residents, faculty, and students.
• Maintain up-to-date training in human subjects protection, GCP, and other compliance standards.

Manage Financial & Operational Aspects

• Support the review and management of clinical trial budgets and financial documentation.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred
  (Background in nursing, therapy, or other healthcare-related program ideal.)
• Licensed Registered Nurse preferred
• 3–5 years of clinical research experience
• ACRP Clinical Trials Coordinator Certification OR minimum of 5 years of documented experience performing clinical trials
• Strong knowledge of:
• • Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
  • IRB processes
  • FDA regulatory requirements
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively with physicians, clinical staff, and multidisciplinary teams
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously

Caring for Our Team
We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees' well-being and professional growth. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance available starting the 1st of the month following date of hire, along with life insurance, & short and long-term disability coverage. Paid Time Off begins accruing from day one, and we also provide a 401k plan, an education assistance program, and an employee assistance program. Additionally, employees working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for a shift differential, adding even more value to your role.

Happy to Help

At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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