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Clinical Research Coordinating

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Overview

Clinical Research is a method of testing used in the field of healthcare to gather safety and efficacy data for new drugs or medical devices. Clinical Research Coordinating ensures good clinical practice guidelines are followed throughout the testing process.

The responsibilities of a CRC include:

  • arranging for a research study site
  • recruiting, screening and enrolling clinical study participants
  • arranging follow-up visits
  • maintaining and dispensing drugs and other study supplies
  • completing and ensuring the accuracy of case report forms and regulatory documents
  • ensuring the adherence to good Clinical Practice guidelines.

CRCs work in a team environment under the direction of Clinical Research Associates and principal investigators.

Program Certificate & Degree Options

  • Associate of Applied Science Degree in
    Clinical Research Coordinating
  • Certificate of Completion in Clinical Research Coordinating

Late-start classes are available for this program of study.

Employment Outlook*

Career opportunities for Clinical Research Coordinators are found in hospitals, physicians' offices, contract research organizations, biomedical research organizations and institutions, specialty disease centers and pharmaceutical and medical device suppliers.

With the growth of the Biotechnology industry, Clinical Research Coordinator positions are expected to increase 20% or more in the next 10 years.

Clinical Research Coordinators earn an hourly range of $19.29 to $34.61 for an annual salary range of $40,118 to $71,986 a year or higher, depending on degrees obtained, the research setting, credentials and experience.

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