Clinical Research Coordinator

Cornell Human Ecology (CHE) Cornell Human Ecology explores the complexity of human life. We bring together a wide range of perspectives to understand the full context of the human experience and improve lives at every scale, from cells to society. Our research and academic programs focus on the interaction of humans with their biological, economic, social and physical environments. Using Cornell’s far-reaching extension network and the college’s translational research methods, we deliver our findings directly to communities and families, ensuring that our work reaches those who need it most. We prioritize innovative collaboration and are fueled by a powerful, interdisciplinary, and applied approach to improving lives.

The Lujan Laboratory in the Division of Nutritional Sciences at Cornell investigates links between nutrition, metabolism, and fertility in women. Specific interests include improving the diagnosis, evaluation, and treatment of polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS, formerly polycystic ovary syndrome) across the reproductive lifespan. PMOS is a condition of impaired fertility that increases risk for obesity, diabetes, heart disease and certain cancers.

   

The Opportunity

The Division of Nutritional Sciences is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator who will serve as an intergral part of the research team under the direction of Dr. Marla Lujan to manage ongoing research projects including multi-site human clinical studies in the area of women’s health.  The Coordinator will lead participant recruitment and enrollment; coordinate procedures with the manager of the Human Metabolic Research Unit (HMRU); and manage image, sample, and data processing and repositories. The Coordinator will facilitate communications and protocols with institutional research oversight entities, such as the Office of Research Integrity and Assurance and the Institutional Review Board (IRB). They will maintain study compliance records and facilitate reporting to relevant funding agencies. In addition to facilitating the daily operations of the lab, the Coordinator will provide training support to post-doctoral, graduate and undergraduate trainees.   The successful candidate will serve as an integral part of this research team.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, physiology, nutrition, or a related field and at least 2 years of related experience, or equivalent combination.

• Experience in conducting clinical research and working with human research participants to obtain informed consent, collect data, and monitor safety.

• Experience writing or reviewing IRB protocols.

• Clinical database management experience (i.e. REDCap) and proficiency with statistical software (i.e. SPSS, R, others).

• Experience in applying medical terminology in clinical and research contexts.

• Experience in managing databases, including data entry, organization, and maintenance.

• Ability to maintain a team-oriented approach and cultivate positive and collegial workplace relationships.

• Demonstrated consistent integrity and ethical behavior in professional settings.

• Able to take responsibility for personal outcomes and take pride in delivering high-quality work.

• Strong written and oral communication skills demonstrated through clear documentation and effective interactions.

• Experience incorporating the perspectives of multiple communities. 

• Occasional weekend shifts may be required based on program needs.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s degree and more than 2 years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination.

Key Responsibilities:

• Participant Recruitment & Enrollment (30%)

• Participant Management & Communication (30%)

• Biospecimen Collection & Management (10%)

• Data Management & Research Support (10%)

• Clinical Study Compliance (5%)

• Lab Member Oversight (5%)

• Other Research Responsibilities (5%)

Success in the Clinical Research Coordinator role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a clinical research setting. Effective communication, empathy, and professionalism are essential for engaging with participants and collaborating with the research team. The successful candidate must be dependable, proactive, and committed to ethical research practices and fostering a belonging, respectful environment. A genuine interest in women's health, along with a proactive, problem-solving mindset, will further support success in this position.

This is a full-time, benefits eligible, one-year term appointment with the possibility of renewal, contingent on available funding, work, and successful performance.  

This is a fully on-site position located on the Ithaca, New York Campus. Regular business hours are Monday-Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm.

A cover letter and resume are required for further consideration for this position. 

No visa sponsorship is available for this position.  All applicants must be legally authorized to work in US without sponsorship.  No relocation assistance is provided for this position.

   

University Job Title:

Research Support Spec I

   

Job Family:

Academic Support

   

Level:

E

   

Pay Rate Type:

Salary

   

Pay Range:

$65,447.00 - $75,632.00

   

Remote Option Availability:

Onsite

   

Company:

Endowed

   

Contact Name:

Sheri Spencer-Chrisjohn

   

Contact Email:

sas636@cornell.edu

   

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2026-06-22