Clinical Research Site Manager / Experienced Clinical Research Coordinator (Growth Opportunity)Â - St. Louis, MO
Tekton Research is seeking a Clinical Research Site Manager or an Experienced Clinical Research Coordinator interested in growing into a Site Manager role to join our team in St. Louis, MO.
The Site Manager is responsible for managing day-to-day site activities to optimize performance and achieve company goals. This role serves two primary clients: the sponsor and the participant. The Site Manager ensures contractual obligations are met while maintaining high levels of client satisfaction.
This individual works closely with Tekton leadership to resolve challenges that may impact site performance and must consistently represent the organization in a professional, ethical, and positive manner.
About the Role
The Site Manager is responsible for managing day-to-day site activities to optimize performance and achieve company goals. This role serves two primary clients: the sponsor and the participant. The Site Manager ensures contractual obligations are met while maintaining high levels of client satisfaction.
This individual works closely with Tekton leadership to resolve challenges that may impact site performance and must consistently represent the organization in a professional, ethical, and positive manner.
Key Responsibilities (Site Manager)
- Manage daily clinical site operations and performance
- Drive achievement of enrollment and operational goals
- Ensure compliance with protocols, regulatory requirements, and sponsor expectations
- Collaborate with leadership to resolve operational challenges
- Maintain strong relationships with sponsors, participants, and internal teams
- Uphold professional, ethical, and quality standards
Essential Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in the clinical research industry
- CRC experience, including pediatric phlebotomy and investigational product (IP) administration
- Supervisory or management experience required
- Experience with regulatory processes, clinical procedures, sponsor interaction, and human resources preferred
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- College degree or specialized training preferred
- Ability to travel locally between sites (up to 10%)
Experienced Clinical Research Coordinator
An Experienced Clinical Research Coordinator is responsible for the daily operations and overall management of assigned clinical trials, including administrative duties and regulatory functions. This role requires clear and direct communication with sponsors, study monitors, CROs, principal investigators, and site management, along with strict adherence to Tekton SOPs.
This individual also supports and guides junior coordinators and is responsible for problem-solving and maintaining a professional, ethical, and positive presence.
Key Responsibilities (Experienced CRC)
- Manage assigned clinical trials from startup through closeout
- Drive patient enrollment and identify strategies to exceed targets
- Collaborate with recruitment and site management on enrollment strategies
- Educate patients and caregivers on study participation and procedures
- Ensure compliance with protocols and regulatory requirements
- Maintain accurate, audit-ready regulatory binders and documentation
- Schedule and manage study visits per protocol
- Complete source documentation during patient visits to ensure accuracy
- Enter data into EDC within one business day; resolve queries within 48 hours
- Maintain study supply inventory to meet enrollment goals
- Attend investigator meetings and site initiation visits
- Perform protocol-specific procedures (e.g., vitals, ECGs, specimen collection)
- Communicate with laboratories and investigators regarding findings
- Record and report adverse events with investigators
- Manage investigational product (IP) accountability and storage
- Maintain study logs (ICF, enrollment, delegation, training, etc.)
- Participate in audits and ensure ongoing compliance
- Maintain patient confidentiality and sponsor data security
- Train and guide junior staff
- Perform additional duties as assigned
Required Skills & Abilities
- Experience leading multiple trials as a Lead CRC preferred
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Strong leadership and mentoring skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Proficiency in medical terminology
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
- Willingness to travel occasionally to support other Tekton sites
Education & Experience
- High school diploma or GED required (some college preferred)
- 2–5 years of clinical research experience required
- Phlebotomy certification if required by state law
About Tekton Research
Tekton Research is a growth-oriented clinical research company focused on excellence in clinical trials. We are team-oriented and guided by our core values: Focus, Discipline, and Accountability.
We offer competitive compensation and benefits while working toward our mission: Making Life Better.
Learn more: https://tektonresearch.com/
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