Clinical Research Coordinator I

Clinical Research Coordinator I

Department: Global Project Delivery

Per‑diem contract opportunity

Role Overview

Ora’s Clinical Research Coordinator I (CRC I) works closely with study subjects across regional, domestic and sometimes international sites, traveling with a team of CRCs to conduct world‑class research. The CRC I administers technical tasks, collects and records subject data, and ensures compliance with protocols and objectives, collaborating with senior coordinators, project managers, investigators and internal/external teams.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a 3‑week introductory onboarding (virtual and in‑person) to learn and demonstrate core clinic skills.
• Travel to assigned research sites for study visits.
• Perform study start‑up activities: assemble charts, pull patient charts, maintain site cleanliness.
• Maintain study documents: source documentation, case report forms, regulatory documentation.
• Use proprietary technology and perform clinical tasks such as informed consent, medical history documentation, vitals, scribing, drug dispensing, allergy skin tests and other ophthalmic assessments.
• Prioritize subject safety and protocol adherence to ensure an exceptional subject experience.
• Collaborate with on‑site staff, Ora team members and clinic investigators.
• Screen, recruit and enroll patients per SOP.
• Continue training to advance required clinic skills.
• Maintain protocol compliance, SOP, ICH‑GCP and regulatory standards.
• Submit time sheets and travel expenses per company policy, and report monthly work availability promptly.
• Enter data into electronic database and resolve queries.
• Travel domestically up to 90% of the time, including back‑to‑back trips and weekends when necessary.
• Adhere to all essential systems and processes for data integrity and regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrate Ora’s values: kindness, operational excellence, joy and scientific rigor.
• Note: Responsibilities may vary based on business needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or 1‑year experience in a clinical setting.
• Previous experience as a research coordinator is strongly preferred.
• Certified Ophthalmic Associate or Certified Ophthalmic Technician certification is strongly preferred.
• Certifications such as CPT (phlebotomist) or EMT (Emergency Medical Technician) are preferred.
• Flexible schedule including weekend availability and domestic travel willingness.
• Team‑player attitude with strong interest in clinical studies and patient interaction.

Benefit Eligibility

Full‑time employees working a minimum of 30 hours per week are eligible for benefits. Per‑diem workers become eligible for Medical and Dental coverage after 6 months of service and an average of 30 hours per week.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Ora is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fair, equitable compensation regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Applicants from underrepresented communities are encouraged to apply.