Research Nurse/Clinical Research Coordinator (Part-time, On-site, Independent Contractor) Novara Italy

POSITION SUMMARY

RapidTrials is hiring an experienced Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) to support prescreening and recruitment activities for a Phase III MASH (Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatohepatitis) clinical trial. This part-time, freelance role is based in Novara. The role involves identifying potential participants, engaging referral sources, coordinating prescreening, assisting with completing patient procedures during study visits and ensuring compliance with protocol, GDPR, and site SOPs.

Role Type: Onsite

Location:   Novara Italy

Contract Type: Independent Contractor / Freelance

Duration: 6 months with potential for extension

Hours : 20 hours per week

Total Project Hours: 520

Reports To: PI or Designee

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Prescreening & Recruitment

• Search EMR for potential participants
• Contact referral sources
• Coordinate with referral sources
• Review patient charts/EMRs for eligibility
• Review patient lists

Patient & Referral Engagement

• Send appointment reminders
• Organize transportation
• Assist with transport and follow-up

Patient Visits and Procedures

• Blood draws
• Vital signs  

Documentation & Systems

• Enter data into EDC
• Review and QC data in EDC
• Maintain accurate and compliant documentation per site, sponsor, and hospital SOPs

• Complete onboarding requirements:

-      Training on protocol and study-related tools and systems

-      Site Training including SOPs and workflow

-      Ensure GDPR-compliant data handling, including consent for background checks and data usage

-      EU work authorization and freelancer eligibility (tax ID, self-employment registration)

-      GCP certification within the past 2 years required

-      Criminal record certificate (national) required

• Valid professional license/registration in Italy

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

• Licensed, university-educated nurse
• Minimum 2 years’ experience as a research nurse and experience as a clinical research coordinator
• Demonstrated prescreening/recruitment experience, preferably in metabolic/liver studies
• Proficiency with EMRs, EDC, and clinical trial systems
• Prior experience with industry-sponsored trials, strongly desired
• Strong attention to detail, independent work ethic, and excellent communication skills
• Fluent in Italian (site language) and conversational in English; proof of proficiency may be required
• Currently live and able to commute to a site located in Novara, Italy