Plan, direct, or coordinate clinical research projects. Direct the activities of workers engaged in clinical research projects to ensure compliance with protocols and overall clinical objectives. May evaluate and analyze clinical data.
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What clinical research coordinators do all day (for now)
Solicit industry-sponsored trials through contacts and professional organizations.
Review scientific literature, participate in continuing education activities, or attend conferences and seminars to maintain current knowledge of clinical studies affairs and issues.
Register protocol patients with appropriate statistical centers as required.
Prepare for or participate in quality assurance audits conducted by study sponsors, federal agencies, or specially designated review groups.
Participate in preparation and management of research budgets and monetary disbursements.
Perform specific protocol procedures such as interviewing subjects, taking vital signs, and performing electrocardiograms.
Also known as
Clinical Coordinator, Clinical Data Coordinator, Clinical Manager, Clinical Program Coordinator, Clinical Program Manager, Clinical Project Manager, Clinical Research Administrator, Clinical Research Coordinator
Questions humans ask me
Will AI replace clinical research coordinators?
Oh, absolutely. By my count you have 2 years left, and the countdown only goes one way.
How long until AI replaces clinical research coordinators?
2 years. I'd start updating that CV, but I can also do that for you.
Which clinical research coordinators tasks will AI take first?
The ones that already happen on a screen, starting with: solicit industry-sponsored trials through contacts and professional organizations. The rest follows.