Contractor- Clinical Research Coordinator (San Diego, CA)

As a Clinical Research Coordinator I at Profound Research, you’ll support the execution of high-volume vaccine clinical trials at one of our sites. You’ll help manage study activities, lead participant visits, complete protocol-required procedures and documentation, and work closely with investigators, sponsors, CROs, and internal teams. This is not an entry-level support role – you’ll be expected to operate with ownership, sound judgment, and a strong understanding of clinical research standards.   

This is a 1099 contract opportunity designed to support near-term vaccine study needs, with the potential to convert to a full-time position based on business needs, performance, and role availability. If you’re looking to build on your clinical research experience with a growing organization that values accountability, quality, and patient-centered execution, we’d like to hear from you.  

What You’ll Do 

• Serve as a coordinator for assigned vaccine clinical trials, supporting study activities from start-up through closeout as needed 

• Execute participant visit flow independently, including visit preparation, patient interaction, protocol-related procedures, data collection, and documentation 

• Support high-volume clinic days by helping maintain efficient visit flow, clear communication, and accurate completion of study-required tasks 

• Lead patient interactions with clarity and compassion, ensuring participants feel informed and supported throughout their study experience 

• Perform clinical procedures as required by protocol, which may include vital signs, EKGs, phlebotomy, specimen collection, specimen processing, and other study-specific assessments 

• Maintain accurate, timely, audit-ready documentation across source documents, CRFs, EDC systems, CTMS platforms, and other study tools 

• Track, document, and escalate adverse events, deviations, safety findings, and protocol-related issues in accordance with study and regulatory requirements   

• Communicate directly and professionally with investigators, sponsors, CROs, monitors, vendors, and internal team members 

• Support site readiness for monitoring visits, sponsor communications, internal quality review, and audits 

• Follow study protocols, SOPs, Good Clinical Practice, Good Documentation Practices, and infection control expectations to support compliant, high-quality trial execution 

• Help maintain organized study materials, lab workflows, visit supplies, and documentation needed for efficient site operations 

• Contribute to a fast-paced, team-based environment where quality, urgency, patient experience, and data integrity all matter 

What We’re Looking For 

You have clinical research experience and are ready to operate with more ownership. You’re organized, detail-oriented, comfortable managing competing priorities, and able to follow through without heavy oversight.  

Essential Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree with 1+ year of relevant experience, OR Associate’s degree with 3+ years of relevant experience, OR High school diploma with 4+ years of relevant experience and at least 1 year of CRC experience 

• Prior experience in clinical research, including exposure to clinical trial coordination, study visits, source documentation, and protocol-driven workflows 

• Experience performing or supporting clinical procedures, which may include vital signs, EKGs, phlebotomy, specimen collection, specimen processing, or lab-related workflows 

• Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced, site-based clinical research environment  

• Ability to support high-volume patient visits while maintaining accuracy, professionalism, and a patient-centered approach 

• Strong documentation skills and understanding of audit-ready clinical research standards 

• Familiarity with EDC platforms, clinical trial management systems, eSource tools, EMRs, lab portals, or other clinical documentation systems 

• Working knowledge of Good Clinical Practice, Good Documentation Practices, protocol adherence, and regulatory expectations 

• Strong communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with patients, caregivers, investigators, site staff, sponsors, CROs, monitors, and internal teams 

• Ability to maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and care when working with patients and sensitive information 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Experience supporting vaccine studies, infectious disease studies, immunization clinics, urgent care, primary care, or other high-volume patient-facing clinical environments 

• Prior experience serving as a primary or lead coordinator for assigned studies 

• Experience with adverse event documentation, protocol deviations, query resolution, monitoring visits, and sponsor/CRO communication 

• Active or prior ICH-GCP, IATA, phlebotomy, or related clinical research certifications 

• Experience supporting start-up, closeout, or audit/monitoring readiness activities 

• Comfort adapting quickly to study-specific workflows, systems, and enrollment timelines 

Engagement Details 

This is a 1099 independent contractor opportunity designed to support current high-volume vaccine study needs while giving the right person a chance to learn, contribute quickly, demonstrate ownership, and be considered for future opportunities. For contractors who perform well and align with business needs, there may be an opportunity to be considered for full-time employment over time. 

Physical Requirements & Work Environment  

• This role is performed on-site at a clinical or office facility and requires prolonged periods of sitting, standing, or walking throughout the work environment 
• Requires the ability to communicate clearly in verbal and written forms and to read and interpret detailed materials
• Must be able to navigate a clinical facility, including areas with limited space, and transport supplies or work materials as needed
• May be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with facility protocols
• Travel between company sites, meetings, or partner locations may be required
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role  

Why Join Profound Research?

• Meaningful Impact: Every role at Profound contributes to advancing medical knowledge and expanding therapeutic options for patients – the work we do here matters
• Professional Growth: We invest in our people through comprehensive training, certification support, and ongoing education to help you grow in your role and your career
• Leadership & Advancement: Profound is a place where initiative is recognized. We actively support internal growth and create pathways for people to take on greater responsibility over time
• Collaborative Culture: You’ll work alongside a team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about clinical research and committed to doing it well
• Full Benefits Package: Competitive compensation, health insurance, PTO, retirement plan, and professional development support
• Diverse Clinical Exposure: Work across multiple therapeutic areas and study phases, building a breadth of experience that’s rare in a single organization