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Axle

Clinical Research Coordinator

Bethesda, MD · On-site

$26 - $34.50/hr

Demonstrated experience supporting clinical trials from startup through closeout Deliverables ... Coordinate multiple clinical research studies simultaneously * Screen, recruit, pre-screen, and ...

Axle

Clinical Research Coordinator

Bethesda, MD

$26 - $34.50/hr

We work with some of the top research organizations and facilities in the country including ... Demonstrated experience supporting clinical trials from startup through closeout Deliverables

Axle

Clinical Research Coordinator

Bethesda, MD · On-site

$26 - $34.50/hr

We work with some of the top research organizations and facilities in the country including ... Demonstrated experience supporting clinical trials from startup through closeout Deliverables

ECLARO

Clinical Research Coordinator

Chapel Hill, NC · On-site

$20.25 - $26.75/hr

Study Coordinator (Clinical Trials & Research Coordinator) Onsite in Chapel Hill, NC Contract till ... Independently manage multiple oncology clinical trials from startup through study closeout.

Axle

Clinical Research Coordinator

Bethesda, MD

$26 - $34.50/hr

Axle is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator to join our vibrant team at the National Institutes ... startup activities for new studies -- 3 * Coordinate participating sites for multi-center trials ...

Duke University

Clinical Research Coordinator

Durham, NC · On-site

$23.50 - $31.25/hr

Clinical Research Coordinator - Neurosurgery Research Be You. At Duke, we celebrate individuality ... Support study startup, feasibility assessments, ongoing project management, and study closeout ...

Axle

Clinical Research Coordinator

Bethesda, MD · On-site

$26 - $34.50/hr

Axle is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator to join our vibrant team at the National Institutes ... startup activities for new studies - 3 * Coordinate participating sites for multi-center trials ...

Axle

Clinical Research Coordinator

Bethesda, MD

$26 - $34.50/hr

Axle is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator to join our vibrant team at the National Institutes ... startup activities for new studies - 3 * Coordinate participating sites for multi-center trials ...

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How much do clinical research startup jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for clinical research startup in the United States is $107,336.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $81,000.00 and $122,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a clinical research startup?

A Clinical Research Startup job involves managing the initial phases of clinical trials, ensuring all regulatory, budgetary, and contractual requirements are met before a study begins. Professionals in this role coordinate with sponsors, sites, and regulatory bodies to obtain necessary approvals and facilitate site activation. Key responsibilities include submitting essential documents, negotiating contracts, and ensuring compliance with ethical guidelines. This position is crucial in ensuring trials start efficiently and adhere to regulatory standards.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the clinical research startup position?

To thrive in Clinical Research Startup roles, you need strong project management skills, knowledge of clinical trial regulations, and a background in life sciences or healthcare. Familiarity with regulatory submission systems (such as IRB portals), electronic trial master file (eTMF) systems, and GCP (Good Clinical Practice) certification are often required. Attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and effective communication are valuable soft skills for success in this field. These skills ensure smooth trial startup, regulatory compliance, and successful collaboration across study teams and sponsors.

What are the common challenges faced in clinical research startup roles?

Professionals working in Clinical Research Startup frequently encounter challenges like tight start-up timelines, managing multiple site and regulatory submissions, and navigating evolving regulatory requirements. You’ll often need to coordinate between investigators, clinical sites, sponsors, and regulatory bodies to ensure all documentation is complete and compliant. Effective multitasking and strong communication are crucial when addressing unforeseen delays or changes in protocol. Mastering these challenges not only enhances study success but also provides valuable experience for growing into senior or project management roles within clinical research.

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Infographic showing various Clinical Research Startup job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $107,336 per year, or $51.6 per hour.

Clinical Trial Study Startup Navigator

Vitalief

New Brunswick, NJ • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 11 days ago

Job description

ABOUT VITALIEF
Vitalief is a trusted partner to Sponsors, CROs, and Sites across the research and clinical trials landscape. By blending deep subject matter expertise with strong business acumen, we deliver Consulting and Functional Service Provider (FSP) solutions that empower organizations to do more with less, streamlining operations, reducing costs, and accelerating breakthroughs that ultimately benefit patients.
POSITION SUMMARY
We are seeking an experienced Clinical Trial Study Startup Navigator to join Vitalief as a full-time and support a multi-site health system cardiovascular clinical research initiative focused on accelerating industry-sponsored trial activations across a large health system network.
The Study Startup Navigator will serve as a central coordinator between Clinical Research Coordinators (CRCs), sponsors, investigators, and internal support teams including Contracts, Finance, IRB, Regulatory, Compliance, and IT. This individual will facilitate communication, track startup progress, identify bottlenecks, and help ensure studies move efficiently through the startup lifecycle.  This role is focused on coordination and oversight rather than direct execution of startup activities, with CRCs and functional teams retaining responsibility for submissions and operational deliverables.
The ideal candidate will possess strong project management, stakeholder coordination, communication, and organizational skills, along with a solid understanding of clinical trial startup processes within academic medical centers or complex healthcare systems.
WHY VITALIEF?
  • Impactful Work: Be at the center of a first-of-its-kind cardiovascular research expansion at one of New Jersey's largest health systems — your work directly accelerates access to cutting-edge treatments for cardiac patients.
  • People-First Culture: Thrive in an environment that fosters growth, innovation, and collaboration.
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy 20 PTO days, 9 paid holidays, company-paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability, a 401(k)-retirement plan, and robust healthcare options.
  • Work Location: Hybrid role – 2 to 3 days on-site in New Brunswick, NJ with limited local travel to other hospital sites.
  • Competitive Salary: Based on experience level.

RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Serve as the central coordination point between CRCs, sponsors, investigators, and internal support teams throughout the clinical trial startup process.
  • Coordinate and track startup activities including feasibility, contracts, budgets, IRB submissions, regulatory reviews, site qualification visits, and system setup activities.
  • Monitor startup timelines, identify bottlenecks, and proactively escalate issues to help ensure timely study activation.
  • Facilitate ongoing communication regarding study status, outstanding action items, dependencies, and activation readiness across all stakeholders.
  • Partner with CRCs and functional departments while maintaining their ownership of study startup execution activities and deliverables.
  • Coordinate sponsor communications related to startup timelines, documentation requests, site qualification visits (SQVs), and activation planning.
  • Maintain startup tracking tools, dashboards, and status reports to support operational visibility and leadership reporting.
  • Support onboarding coordination for CRCs and help ensure operational readiness across participating sites.
  • Identify process inefficiencies and support continuous improvement efforts to enhance startup timelines and stakeholder collaboration.

QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor’s degree required (healthcare, life sciences, business, project management, or related field preferred).
  • Minimum of 5 years of clinical research experience, including 2 years of clinical research experience in study startup, clinical trial operations, and/or clinical trial management.
  • Strong understanding of the clinical trial startup process within site, Academic Medical Center (AMC), or health system environments.
  • Demonstrated project management and stakeholder coordination experience across multiple concurrent studies or initiatives.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively coordinate across sponsors, investigators, CRCs, Legal, Finance, IRB, and operational teams.
  • Experience identifying workflow bottlenecks, facilitating issue resolution, and driving cross-functional accountability.
  • Working knowledge of study startup components including feasibility, contracts, budgets, IRB processes, regulatory requirements, and site activation workflows.
  • Familiarity with ICH-GCP, HIPAA, and general clinical research regulatory requirements preferred.
  • Experience using CTMS and/or project management platforms such as OnCore, ClickUp, Smartsheet, Monday.com, or equivalent systems preferred.
  • Ability to manage competing priorities and maintain organization in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment.
  • Proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with strong attention to detail and follow-through.
  • Prior experience supporting cardiovascular or industry-sponsored clinical trials preferred.
  • CRC, CCRP, CCRA, PMP, or related certification preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Standing, sitting, walking, visual perception, talking and hearing. Lifting up to 20 lbs. Limited travel to hospital sites local to New Brunswick, NJ.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Vitalief partners with clients such as major medical centers and academic institutions that often requires all on-site resources such as prospective Vitalief consultants to be inoculated annually for Influenza and successfully pass a Mantoux Tuberculin Skin Test (TST) for Mycobacterium Tuberculosis.
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