Clinical Research Coordinator

Team Description:

The Neuralink Clinical team is at the heart of an ecosystem that merges neuroscience, engineering, and medicine. We work to shape the future of brain-computer interface (BCI) technology through the planning, launch, and execution of groundbreaking human clinical trials. Our team is built on a foundation of excellence, aiming to uphold the highest standards of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) while redefining what’s possible and revolutionizing the way people interact with technology. Through strict compliance with ethical and regulatory protocols, we focus on ensuring the well-being of our trial participants while advancing the frontiers of neuroscience! Every day will bring fresh challenges and unprecedented opportunities to pioneer new approaches in the pursuit of our mission. From navigating regulatory pathways, designing trial protocols and documentation, and executing clinical trials, our team is instrumental in translating Neuralink’s BCI technology for use in people! 

Job Description & Responsibilities:

As a Clinical Research Coordinator on the Clinical Team, you will help support the larger team at Neuralink responsible for clinical trial operational and regulatory activities. We are looking for someone who is self-driven—able to initiate work independently and meet deadlines with accuracy and efficiency. Our team operates in a dynamic environment, so the ideal candidate will possess a positive attitude, adaptability, and a willingness to take accountability for new responsibilities. Additionally, you will be expected to:

• Serve as the first line of contact with interested clinical trial participants 
• Work to grow and maintain our Patient Registry  
• Establish and maintain relationships with community partners and patient advocacy groups
• Independently contribute towards trial recruitment activities
• Develop trial recruitment and other participant-facing materials
• Maintain and implement study documentation (e.g., SOP and CRF edits)
• Coordinate interactions and payments and manage communications with external vendors
• Support Neuralink clinical studies by ensuring adherence of trial plans to study protocols as well as ensuring compliance with regulations and standards for clinical research
• Provide regulatory assistance when needed, including but not limited to submitting ethics board submissions and developing safety reports as well as adverse event reportings

Required Qualifications: 

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in one or more of the following: coordination, project management, or calendar management
• Working knowledge of medical and scientific terminology
• Experience collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams
• Effective problem-solving and multitasking skills
• Meticulous attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to communicate tactfully and diplomatically as well as present information effectively to colleagues and lay audiences, preferably in a medical setting
• Proven track record of going above and beyond to deliver projects and improve processes

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience coordinating concurrent clinical studies and/or clinical research
• Proficiency working with client relationship management (CRM) systems
• Familiarity with managing payments for clinical studies or vendors
• Basic knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (ISO 14155), 21 CFR part 50, 54, 56, 812 and other applicable regulations