Job Details
Title: Clinical Research Coordinator
Company: Vitreoretinal Institute
Location: Vitreoretinal Institute AMC – Baton Rouge, LA
Vitreoretinal Institute AMC is a growing, multi-physician retina practice launching a dedicated clinical trials program focused on vitreoretinal disease and uveitis. We are seeking an experienced Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) to build and manage our research operations.
This is a unique opportunity to help build a program from the ground up with strong physician support, an established patient base, and a clear path to growth.
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Key Responsibilities:
Study Coordination:
-Manage all aspects of clinical trials from startup to closeout
-Coordinate patient visits per protocol (screening, baseline, follow-ups)
-Ensure compliance with GCP, FDA regulations, and protocol requirements
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Patient Management:
-Identify and pre-screen eligible patients from clinic schedules and EMR
-Coordinate informed consent process
-Serve as primary point of contact for study participants
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Regulatory & Documentation:
-Prepare and maintain regulatory binders
-Submit documents to IRBs (central IRB preferred)
-Track adverse events and protocol deviations
-Ensure audit readiness at all times
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Sponsor & CRO Interaction:
-Act as liaison with sponsors, monitors, and CROs
-Participate in site initiation visits (SIVs), monitoring visits, and audits
-Manage queries and data entry (EDC systems)
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Operational Development (IMPORTANT):
-Help develop SOPs and workflows for a new research program
-Assist in building scalable processes for future growth
-Contribute to site feasibility assessments
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Qualifications:
Required:
-2+ years experience as a Clinical Research Coordinator
-Experience managing clinical trials independently
-Strong knowledge of:
1. GCP (Good Clinical Practice)
2. Informed consent process
3. Regulatory requirements
4. Excellent organizational and communication skills
Preferred (Strongly):
-Ophthalmology or retina trial experience
-Experience with:
1. OCT imaging
2. Visual acuity testing
3. Injection-based studies
4. Experience working in a private practice setting
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Compensation & Benefits:
-Salary: $75,000 – $95,000+ (based on experience)
-Performance-based bonus potential
-Health benefits
-Paid time off
-Opportunity for career growth as the research division expands
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What Makes This Role Unique:
-Build a research program from day one
-Work directly with retina specialists
-Access to a large, established patient population
-Strong institutional commitment to research growth
To apply for this position or to learn more, please contact "retinaresume@gmail.com".
SOCRA Exp: 7/2/2026
