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Meritus Health · 1 month ago

Clinical Research Specialist

Hagerstown, MD

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

3+ years exp

Meritus Health is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Clinical Research Specialist to support the planning, coordination, and daily operations of clinical research trials across their health system. In this vital role, you will work directly with various stakeholders to ensure that every study is conducted with excellence, accuracy, and integrity.

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Responsibilities

Assist with the development, implementation, and evaluation of clinical practices for sponsored and Meritus-initiated clinical trials

Ensure the ethical conduct of research and compliance with all regulatory standards (IRB, FDA, GCP)

Prepare and maintain submissions for federal, state, and local regulatory bodies, including Institutional Review Boards

Develop and oversee effective systems for required reporting and documentation

Follow clinical trial protocols in alignment with Good Clinical Practice (GCP)

Support ongoing quality assurance and quality control processes

Identify new research opportunities that align with our system’s resources and population

Support the expansion and development of investigator-initiated and sponsored research programs

Assist in participant recruitment and enrollment

Promote research initiatives to providers, community members, payors, and internal teams

Assist with training, mentoring, and supporting clinical research staff, providers, residents, faculty, and students

Maintain up-to-date training in human subjects protection, GCP, and other compliance standards

Support the review and management of clinical trial budgets and financial documentation

Qualification

Clinical research experienceClinical Practice (GCP)IRB processesFDA regulatory requirementsACRP Clinical Trials Coordinator CertificationCommunication skillsCollaboration skillsOrganizational skills