Clinical Research Study Coordinator

This is an exciting opportunity to join EMS Healthcare as a Clinical Research Study Coordinator and play a key role in delivering high-quality clinical trials focused on obesity and metabolic health across the Wirral. Working within EMS’ mobile research infrastructure, you will coordinate study operations, engage with participants, and help ensure smooth study delivery in line with protocols and regulatory requirements.

This is a full-time, Monday to Friday, permanent position, offering the chance to gain hands-on experience in a high-profile obesity study while contributing to a broader range of EMS clinical research activities. The role is ideal for someone with prior experience coordinating clinical research studies who is confident working independently in a fast-paced, participant-focused environment.

You will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on research that improves patient outcomes, while developing your skills within a supportive, multidisciplinary team committed to excellence in clinical research.

Requirements

Main Duties 

• Coordinate day-to-day operational aspects of assigned clinical studies, ensuring alignment with protocols, GCP, and EMS SOPs. 

• Schedule and manage participant visits, including screening, enrolment, and follow-up activities. 

• Maintain detailed, accurate study documentation, including source data, CRFs, logs, and regulatory binders. 

• Collaborate with clinical staff, including nurses and investigators, to ensure study timelines and objectives are met. 

• Support participant retention and compliance through effective communication and follow-up. 

• Assist in the setup and maintenance of study equipment, supplies, and site readiness. 

• Liaise with the data management team to ensure timely entry, verification, and query resolution. 

• Participate in site meetings, staff training, monitoring visits, and audits as required. 

• Ensure participant safety, confidentiality, and adherence to ethical and regulatory standards. 

• Contribute to continuous improvement and operational excellence across the EMS Study portfolio. 

Experience- Essential  

• Experience coordinating or supporting clinical research studies in an NHS, academic, or commercial setting. 

• Understanding of ICH-GCP and regulatory frameworks governing clinical trials. 

• Demonstrated ability to manage participant interactions and study workflows. 

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities. 

•  Confident using electronic data capture systems or clinical databases. 

Experience – Preferable 

• Experience working in obesity, metabolic health, or lifestyle-related trials. 

•  Familiarity with community-based or mobile clinical research delivery models. 

• Prior experience working with underserved or diverse populations. 

Key Skills  

• Excellent written and verbal communication. 

• Detail-oriented with a focus on data integrity and participant safety. 

• Flexible and proactive team player. 

• Strong time management and problem-solving skills. 

• Technologically proficient, especially with study software and electronic documentation tools. 

Other Requirement 

• Full UK residency and right to work. 

• Valid UK driving licence and willingness to travel across Greater Manchester and EMS sites as needed. 

• Flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, or weekends depending on study needs. 

Benefits

You work hard for us; we work hard for you. It is that simple. And we know, it sounds too good to be true (we hear that a lot). But trust us, this could be the best decision you make. 

• Bank holidays, plus 25 days annual leave, increasing to 28 after 5 years 
• Buy & Sell Holidays
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave

• 1 Occasion Day each year; this could be your child’s first day of school, their nativity play, or your own birthday – the choice is yours! 

• Healthshield
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Tech Scheme
• Electric Car Scheme

• Subsidised company events and gatherings  

• A gift for your birthday  

• Well being support from our qualified Mental Health First Aiders, as well as via our health scheme 

If you want to join us as our Clinical Research Study Coordinator - click apply now!