NODES Research Study Coordinator

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About NODES (Network of Dedicated Enrollment Sites)

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Cooperative Studies Program (CSP) Network of Dedicated Enrollment Sites (NODES) is seeking a Research Study Coordinator to join our mission-driven collaborative team at the Puget Sound VA in Seattle, WA supporting cuttingedge, multi-site clinical trials. This is your opportunity to work at the intersection of science, service, and collaboration, contributing directly to innovative research that shapes national healthcare solutions and improves health outcomes for Veterans. As a Research Study Coordinator, you will oversee all aspects of clinical trial operations, including participant recruitment and eligibility determination, protocol adherence, biospecimen collection and processing, and study outcome evaluation. You’ll work closely with the Seattle NODES Associate Director of Operations (ADO), NODES Directors and Local Site Investigator, supporting high-quality clinical research. If you are passionate about improving healthcare for Veterans through meaningful research and collaboration, we invite you to join our dedicated team.

Duties

Key Duties May Include:  Coordinate clinical research activities including screening, informed consent, enrollment, randomization, and data collection  Prepare and manage regulatory paperwork, case report forms, and study documentation  Build and maintain research databases and tracking systems  Serve as a point of contact for participants, staff, and stakeholders  Support quality assurance, audits, and regulatory compliance  Train and guide research team members on study procedures and policy  Stay current on VA, ORD, and CSP research regulations  Occasional travel opportunities may be available for national CSP meetings

Qualifications

BA/BS in a scientific or health-related field + 2+ years of clinical trials experience, or Master's degree in a scientific or health-related field, plus 1+ years of clinical trials experience  Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills  Strong attention to detail and ability to manage shifting priorities  Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook Research Coordinator July 2026 Preferred:  Experience coordinating and executing large-scale clinical research studies  Institutional knowledge of VA and/or CSP research operations  Proficiency with CPRS, Joint Legacy Viewer (JLV), and/or CERNER  Familiarity with DF Discover or other clinical trial data management systems  Experience working with Veteran and/or underserved populations  Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team Eligibility: U.S. citizenship required. Position

Application instructions

How to Apply: Send your cover letter and resume to: [email protected] Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, but materials received by July 20, 2026 will be given priority consideration.

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