Job Description
Please complete the form on the link below to apply for the Clinical Research Coordinator/Medical Assistant – Nephrology position with us.
Location: Atlanta, GA
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday–Friday
Position Summary:
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) to join us at Fides Clinical Research. We are a nephrology-focused clinical research site based in Atlanta GA. This hybrid position combines clinical research coordination with medical assisting responsibilities, making it ideal for someone with a strong clinical background who is passionate about advancing kidney health and contributing to innovative research.
Expected Start Date: January 2026
The CRC will play a key role in coordinating nephrology clinical trials from start-up through close-out while also assisting with direct patient care activities such as collecting vitals, performing ECGs, and processing laboratory samples.
Key Responsibilities:
Clinical Research Coordination:
- Coordinate all phases of nephrology clinical trials in accordance with the study protocol, GCP, and site SOPs.
- Support study start-up activities, including regulatory submissions, IRB correspondence, and essential document preparation.
- Maintain accurate regulatory and investigator site files (ISF).
- Schedule and conduct participant visits, ensuring all assessments and procedures are completed per protocol.
- Conduct screening activities, informed consent discussions, and eligibility assessments with PI.
- Collect and record source documentation and complete eCRFs accurately and in a timely manner.
- Perform ECGs, obtain blood and urine samples, process specimens (centrifugation, aliquoting, shipping), and maintain sample logs.
- Maintain study drug accountability.
- Prepare for and participate in monitoring visits, audits, and sponsor inspections.
- Maintain effective communication with sponsors, CROs, and study monitors.
- Maintain inventory of all clinical research materials, including lab kits, investigational products (IP), and study supplies.
- Maintain effective communication with site staff including PI and Sub-I’s.
Medical Assistant Responsibilities (as needed):
- Assist clinical staff by rooming patients, collecting vitals, and updating medical records.
- Support physicians with general clinic flow and patient preparation for non-research visits.
- Perform basic clinical tasks such as measuring height, weight, and blood pressure.
- Send prescriptions or communicate medication updates as directed by the physician.
- Answer incoming patient phone calls and assist with scheduling or routing messages as needed, depending on staffing availability.
- Ensure exam rooms are clean, stocked, and organized for daily use.
- Provide courteous and professional assistance to all patients and visitors.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in a health-related field
- Minimum 1–2 years of experience in clinical research.
- Proficiency in phlebotomy, EKGs, vital sign collection, and sample processing.
- Knowledge of GCP, FDA regulations, and ICH guidelines.
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and documentation skills.
- Proficient with electronic data capture (EDC) systems and Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience with CKD, dialysis, hypertension, or metabolic studies.
- Familiarity with study start-up, regulatory document management, and sample shipments.
- Experience with direct patient care
- Bilingual (English/Spanish/Vietnamese) preferred but not required.
- Current Medical Assistant certification (CMA, RMA, or equivalent).
Compensation and Benefits:
- Competitive pay based on experience.
- Paid time off, holidays, and opportunities for career advancement.
- Supportive, collaborative team environment dedicated to patient-centered nephrology research.
Job Tags
Full time, Work at office, Monday to Friday,