Clinical Research Coordinator – Blackburn

Are you looking for an opportunity in Clinical Research? Do you want to work for an industry-leading company? If so, come and join us. IQVIA is currently looking for a Clinical Research Coordinator/Site Research Assistant to support a clinical study.

This is a short-term study assignment (6 months), working 13 hours per week, supporting a site in Blackburn. The role is one day onsite and half a day remote each week.

As a pivotal member of the site team, you will be involved in a variety of clinical and administrative tasks to support investigators in ensuring the smooth running of clinical trials.

Key Responsibilities

• Support clinical research studies and maintain a safe study environment in accordance with health and safety policies, under the direction and delegation of the Principal Investigator
• Safeguard the well-being of study participants, act as a patient advocate, and address participant concerns
• Maintain up-to-date study documentation, including study protocols, case report forms (CRFs), Electronic Data Capture (EDC) systems, and other essential records
• Plan and coordinate logistical activities for study procedures in line with the study protocol
• Perform clinical study set-up and preparation, including labeling specimen collection tubes and containers, managing inventory of required supplies, and setting up or troubleshooting study equipment
• Assist with data entry, data quality checks, and query resolution to ensure protocol compliance and data accuracy
• Support study enrollment activities, including recruiting, screening, and orienting participants according to the study protocol
• Ensure correct custody and handling of study medication in accordance with site standard operating procedures
• Coordinate with study monitors on study-related issues and respond effectively to monitor-initiated queries
• Perform and document patient vital signs

Required Skills and Experience

• BS/BA in life sciences or equivalent education and/or relevant work experience in a clinical or medical setting (e.g., Clinical Research Coordinator, Research Nurse, Medical Assistant, or similar role)
• Ideally an experienced Research Nurse or a highly experienced Clinical Research Coordinator/Site Research Assistant
• Strong knowledge of clinical trials, including departmental, protocol-specific, and study-specific operating procedures, consent forms, and study schedules
• Strong IT skills, with proficiency in MS Windows and Microsoft Office applications (Access, Outlook, Excel, Word)
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, managers, and clients
• Strong organizational skills with close attention to detail

About IQVIA
IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at Apply via the company portal.

IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law.