Clinical Research Coordinator

A Clinical Research Coordinator manages clinical trials and research studies to ensure they are conducted ethically and efficiently. You might work in hospitals, research institutions, or pharmaceutical companies. Clinical Research Coordinators focus on participant recruitment, data collection, and compliance with regulatory requirements. You’ll prepare study protocols, monitor patient progress, and liaise with investigators and sponsors.

Clinical Research Coordinators play an important role in advancing medical knowledge and improving patient care. You’ll need to be detail-oriented and organised, with strong communication and analytical skills. You’ll liaise with healthcare professionals and study participants to ensure that research is conducted smoothly and that data is accurately collected and reported.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $98,800
Skill level Unknown

How do I become a clinical research coordinator?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced

Bachelor of Science (Cell and Molecular Biology)

Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $24,180
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Science (Microbiology and Immunology)

On Campus
3 years
$0 - $27,401
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Science (Neuroscience)

Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $27,900
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Science (Nutrition Science)

Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $45,426
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Bioscience)

On Campus
12 months
$0 - $8,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Immunology)

On Campus
12 months
$0 - $9,314
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science (Honours)

Blended, On Campus
12 months
$0 - $43,240
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Graduate Diploma of Health Research

Blended
12 months
$0 - $23,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Graduate Certificate in Health Research

On Campus
6 - 12 months
$14,832
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Graduate Certificate in Clinical Epidemiology

Blended, On Campus
6 months
$0 - $17,250
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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