Research Coordinator

Cortica is looking for a hybrid Research Coordinator!

We are a rapidly growing healthcare company pioneering a unique, multispecialty approach to the treatment of pediatric neurodevelopmental differences. We serve a variety of patient populations including individuals with autism spectrum disorder, developmental delays, sensory processing disorder, articulation challenges, ADHD, anxiety, cerebral palsy, down syndrome, learning disorders, and more. Our care model, driven by insights and technologies from emerging neuroscience, brings together clinicians from a range of disciplines to design and deliver comprehensive care to children. Because the heart of Cortica's mission is direct patient care, the skill and compassion of our staff are crucial to achieving extraordinary experiences and outcomes for the families we serve.

We believe a great culture attracts great people. We also believe that great culture and great people working together can change the world. Our hopes and dreams are bold and ambitious. Our mission is to design and deliver life-changing care – one child, one family, one community at a time. Ultimately, we envision a world that cultivates the full potential of every child. At Cortica, every team member in every role is instrumental in bringing our mission and vision to life. Cortica is an equal opportunity employer.

What will you do?

• Serve as a primary research coordinator for a novel clinical device trial
• Independently perform all research tasks for designated clinical trial(s)
• Operate in a self-directed manner, with support from the global research coordinator and principal investigator
• May have responsibility of oversight of part-time research assistants
• Communicate effectively with internal team to meet study timelines and ensure study protocol is diligently followed
• Support recruitment for study participants through staff and caregiver conversations
• Balance several calendars to efficiently schedule research visits between participants, caregivers, and internal staff
• Complete all necessary tasks at study visits (includes informed consent, assessments, questionnaires, etc.)
• Ensure secure and accurate data collection, entry, and record-keeping
• Maintain proper organization of all study materials
• Communicate properly with external sponsor teams to convey study progress, general updates, and timeline
• Gain applicable skills in the realm of clinical research through working with neurodiverse children, study sponsors, the Cortica research team, and the expansive research network
• Be immersed within the greater culture and community of the research, medical, and therapeutic teams at Cortica
• In this role you are occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, kneel, crouch, or crawl; reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
• Team members must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds

What you know:

• You have experience working with neurodiverse children and/or adolescents
• You have a bachelor’s degree; biological or behavioral science background (e.g., biology, neuroscience, psychology)
• You have 1-2 years clinical research experience
• You have 1-2 years of professional experience in a research environment
• You have excellent communication skills
• You are motivated to work diligently in the realms of research coordination, data collection, and internal/external coordination
• You are skilled at using software and systems including electronic data capture systems and Microsoft Office products.

Position Details:

• Full Time + Hybrid schedule
• Access to personal vehicle for frequent weekly travel between Southern California Cortica locations (greater San Diego area, Orange County, and LA area).

Your Compensation & Benefits

Cortica cares deeply about the well-being of each team member! The culture and experience we create for our employees are of the utmost importance to us. We offer a wide range of benefits. Among the benefits offered by the company are medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401Ks with company matching and rapid vesting, paid holidays and wellness days, life insurance, disability insurance options, tuition reimbursements for professional development and continuing education, and referral bonuses.

The base pay range for this opening is $64,480 to $76,000. According to your skill level, relevant experience, education level, and location, you will receive compensation that fits appropriately within the range.