Clinical Research Coordinator

Clinical Research Coordinator Orthopedics

Location: Tampa Bay Area, Florida (Riverview, Brandon, North Tampa, and Wesley Chapel)

Schedule: Part-Time

Work Arrangement: Primarily Onsite | Weekday Clinical Hours

Help Advance Orthopedic Research and Patient Care. Are you an experienced clinical research professional who enjoys working directly with patients and contributing to meaningful healthcare research?

We are seeking a part-time Clinical Research Coordinator to support orthopedic clinical research conducted in collaboration with ArthroResearch, Ermi, and Florida Orthopedic Institute (FOI).

This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented, patient-focused professional who enjoys combining clinical research coordination, hands-on patient assessments, and study management.

In this role, you will work closely with clinical teams across multiple Tampa Bay locations, supporting research studies from participant enrollment through follow-up and data collection.

What You’ll Do

• Identify, screen, consent, and enroll eligible research participants per study protocols.


• Coordinate participant visits, follow-up appointments, and study-related phone calls.


• Perform range-of-motion (ROM) measurements and study-related functional assessments.


• Accurately enter and maintain study data in electronic data capture (EDC) systems.


• Maintain organized, accurate research records and study documentation.


• Assist with regulatory documentation and administrative research activities.


• Collaborate with Florida Orthopedic Institute physicians and clinical staff to support study activities.


• Communicate study progress, participant updates, and research needs with ArthroResearch and Ermi.


• Coordinate with Ermi to facilitate study device orders for eligible participants.


• Support consistent research operations across participating clinic locations.

What We’re Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Previous experience working in clinical research.


• Good Clinical Practice (GCP) certification or training.


• Experience using electronic data capture (EDC) systems.


• Experience interacting with and supporting clinical research participants.


• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and accurate documentation practices.


• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary clinical teams.


• Ability to travel regularly between designated Tampa Bay clinic locations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Clinical Research Coordinator.


• Background in physical therapy, physical therapy assisting, athletic training, nursing, medical assisting, exercise science, rehabilitation, or a related clinical field.


• Experience in orthopedic or musculoskeletal care.


• Familiarity with range-of-motion measurements or functional assessments.


• Experience supporting medical device clinical research.


• Bachelor’s degree in a health science or related field.

Why This Opportunity?

This role combines clinical research, direct patient interaction, and orthopedic rehabilitation.

You’ll have the opportunity to:

• Contribute to research focused on orthopedic treatment and patient outcomes.


• Work alongside experienced orthopedic clinical professionals.


• Apply both clinical and research skills in a hands-on environment.


• Gain exposure to medical device research and functional patient assessments.


• Enjoy a part-time schedule during normal weekday clinical hours.

Schedule and Work Locations

This position requires approximately 20 per week, primarily during regular weekday clinical hours.

The role is primarily onsite, with regular travel between participating Florida Orthopedic Institute locations in Riverview, Brandon, North Tampa, and Wesley Chapel. Some administrative responsibilities may be performed remotely, depending on study needs.

The coordinator will work closely with ArthroResearch, Ermi, and Florida Orthopedic Institute teams to support successful study execution.

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you’re passionate about clinical research, enjoy working with patients, and want to contribute to meaningful advances in orthopedic care, we encourage you to apply.

Apply today to join a collaborative clinical research initiative focused on advancing orthopedic treatment and patient outcomes.