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 Naples. 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: Naples
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
Compliance & Training
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
* Immunization/health records/clearance (Hep B, MMR, Varicella, TB, COVID-19)
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
* Licensed, university-educated nurse -Valid professional license/registration in Italy
* 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 Naples, Italy