Clinical Research Coordinator (Contract)
Cala Health
About Cala
At Cala, we’re working to free people from the burden of chronic disease. We began by creating the first non-invasive prescription therapy for hand tremor. After years of careful fine-tuning and improvements, we released Cala kIQ — our most sophisticated therapy yet. Our products have empowered thousands of people to get back to their lives with confidence and ease.
But we won’t stop there. Our pioneering technology can be applied across neurology, cardiology, and so much more. It’s all part of our mission to help people in their struggle with chronic disease. We’re only just getting started.
The Opportunity
Cala Health is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) to join our dynamic team on a contract basis. In this role, you will play a pivotal role in driving the success of our clinical research initiatives. Your responsibilities will include preparing study materials and conducting clinical studies in compliance with regulatory standards and good clinical practices. You will manage study visits, monitor compliance, and draft clinical reports to summarize study outcomes and support the broader goals of the organization.
This role is onsite at our San Mateo office. The compensation for this role is market driven with an hourly rate of $39-$45 per hour. This offering is aligned with our overall compensation philosophy.
A Day In The Life
- Prepare study documentation, including study protocols/amendments, data and safety monitoring plans, informed consent forms, case report forms, patient surveys, and other required study materials
- Submit study documentation to institutional review boards, ensuring compliance with regulatory and ethical standards
- Support preparation of materials for clinical readiness reviews to obtain internal approval prior to study execution
- Understand thoroughly all assigned studies, including clinical protocols and user tests
- Conduct clinical studies according to internal procedures, applicable regulations, and good clinical practices (GCPs)
- Educate subjects on study specifics, assess eligibility, and obtain informed consent for participation
- Schedule visits and conduct regular phone, teleconference, or in-person follow-ups with subjects to collect required study information and perform user feedback interviews
- Collaborate with members of the research, technology, and digital teams to develop and refine data collection and analysis methodologies
- Ensure the integrity and accuracy of data collection processes, including careful entry of data from paper-based case report forms
- Manage and resolve data discrepancies and queries to maintain the quality and reliability of study data
- Monitor subject compliance with the study protocol and maintain accurate source documentation for all study activities
- Ensure the adequacy of study supplies and perform Investigational Product (IP) accountability to support study activities effectively
- Draft comprehensive clinical study reports summarizing study findings, methodologies, and implications
- Contribute to the preparation and delivery of presentations for scientific conferences, stakeholder meetings, and internal briefings
- Coordinate the review of adverse events with study medical monitors, and support reporting to institutional review boards as needed
- Follow OSHA standards for pathogen exposure and PPE use during all patient interactions.
Skills and Experience
- Minimum of one (1) year experience in a clinical research setting, preferably working with study subjects
- Medical device industry experience preferred but not required
- Minimum BA/BS degree in a life sciences or related field
- Knowledge of GCP, regulatory compliance, and clinical study processes
- Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Detail-oriented with the ability to multitask and manage time effectively
Cala Health believes our success is based on diversity of people, teams and thinking. We offer all employees the tools, training and mentoring they need to succeed. Our selection process is driven by the key requirements for the role rather than bias or discrimination on the basis of a candidate’s sex, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, non-jobrelated disability/handicap or medical condition, family status, sexual orientation, religion, color, ethnicity, race or any other legally protected classification.