Overview
Clinical research coordinators oversee study enrollment, informed consent, data collection and protocol adherence under principal investigator supervision to ensure ethical trial conduct.
Operational Responsibilities
CRCs manage regulatory submissions, schedule study visits, collect and enter data, monitor adverse events and coordinate with sponsors and laboratories.
Quality and Regulatory
They maintain source documentation, support monitoring visits and audits and ensure GCP compliance and participant safety throughout the study lifecycle.
Training and Skills
CRCs often have clinical or research backgrounds, complete GCP training and develop skills in regulatory processes, data management and participant communication.