Clinical Research Coordinator

Actalent
Sacramento, CA

Job Title: Clinical Research Coordinator
Job Description

We are seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator to join our team, focusing on patient recruitment, screening, enrollment, informed consent, and follow-up communications. You will maintain accurate and timely documentation in study source documents, case report forms, and electronic databases. Collaboration with the Principal Investigator, study team, and clinical partners is essential to ensure study timelines and deliverables are met. You will also support data entry, scheduling, and general research operations as assigned.

Responsibilities

  • Perform patient recruitment, screening, and enrollment.
  • Obtain informed consent and conduct follow-up communications.
  • Maintain accurate documentation in study source documents, case report forms, and electronic databases.
  • Collaborate closely with the Principal Investigator, study team, and clinical partners.
  • Support data entry, scheduling, and general research operations.
  • Float across divisions and support visits as needed, potentially starting at 50 percent effort with variable hours.
Essential Skills
  • Experience in chart review and pre-screening patients.
  • Background in oncology and internal medicine, specifically in rheumatology.
  • Experience as a Clinical Research Coordinator, particularly in cell therapy.
  • Ability to manage complex trials independently.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
  • Clinical savvy with understanding of complex indications.
  • Flexibility to float across divisions such as Infectious Diseases, Endocrinology, and Rheumatology.
  • Ability to adapt to uncertain and variable enrollment volumes.
Work Environment

This role offers potential part-time flexibility, with the possibility to work on a PRN or per diem basis to accommodate enrollment progress and business needs. The work involves highly complicated cell therapy protocols, including chemotherapy and extended visit schedules. Initially, it is a 3–6 month contract with a guaranteed need through August, with the possibility of a warm handoff in July due to internal staffing transitions.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Sacramento, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Sacramento,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 11, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

  • Hiring diverse talent
  • Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
  • Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
  • Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

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