Clinical Research Coordinator

Company Overview

Prana Clinical is a clinical research organization in the San Francisco Bay Area that works to move forward patient-focused, high-quality clinical trials. The team partners with sponsors, investigators, and study sites to plan and run research that follows ethical and regulatory requirements. The company places a strong emphasis on accurate data, clear communication, efficient operations, collaboration, ongoing learning, and a supportive workplace for clinical research professionals.

Role Summary

This full-time Clinical Research Coordinator position is based in the San Francisco Bay Area and combines on-site work with work-from-home responsibilities. In this role, you will oversee the daily coordination of study activities, including participant visit scheduling, clinical data collection and documentation, and maintenance of study records in line with protocols and regulatory standards.

Core Duties

• Plan and coordinate participant visits and day-to-day study operations.
• Support informed consent discussions and confirm that participants meet eligibility criteria.
• Assist with participant recruitment and retention efforts.
• Carry out protocol implementation and help track study timelines and milestones.
• Document clinical information accurately and maintain study files and records.
• Communicate regularly with investigators, sponsors, and other functional teams.
• Prepare regulatory and study-related documentation as needed.
• Report adverse events and help support quality assurance and process improvements.

Qualifications

Applicants should have a strong understanding of clinical research practices in regulated settings, along with experience interpreting protocol requirements and applying visit schedules. The role requires experience with informed consent procedures, clinical trial coordination, participant screening and enrollment, and data collection. A bachelor’s degree in a health-related, biological science, or similar discipline is preferred, though equivalent relevant experience may also be considered.

Compliance and Technical Expectations

You should be familiar with Good Clinical Practice (GCP), IRB processes, and basic regulatory rules such as FDA and ICH guidance. Comfort with electronic data capture platforms, common office software, and the secure handling of confidential health information is also important.

Work Style

This position calls for strong organization, careful attention to detail, accurate recordkeeping, and the ability to juggle multiple studies or tasks at once. Clear written and verbal communication is essential for working with participants, investigators, sponsors, and internal colleagues. You must also be able to work on-site in the San Francisco Bay Area while contributing effectively in a hybrid environment.

Additional Information

Prana Clinical values collaboration, continuous learning, operational efficiency, and a supportive environment for professionals in clinical research.