Remote Research Coordinator Jobs
Remote research coordinator jobs are in active demand across the U.S., with remote-first firms, distributed teams, and organizations in healthcare, academic research, and tech consistently hiring. Employers posting remote openings right now include Emory University, Medpace, and Ochsner Health. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Maintains data pertaining to research projects, completes source documents/case report forms, and performs data entry.
- Assists with patient recruitment.
- Attends study meetings.
- Orders and maintains equipment and supplies.
- Reviews medical records and/or conducts screenings for recruitment of study participants, performs interviews and QOL questionnaires.
- Collects study specimen according to protocol which may include phlebotomy, processing, and preparation for shipping.
- Coordinates services, schedules procedures, creates and maintains case packages, and monitors charges.
- Assists with quality assurance and tracks regulatory submissions.
- Performs related approved responsibilities as required.
- High School Diploma or GED and three years of administrative support experience.
- Or two years of college in a scientific, health related, or business administration program and one year of admin support or customer service experience.
- Or be a licensed as a practical nurse (LPN) and one year admin support or one year of licensed practical nursing experience.
- Or a Bachelor's degree, Master's degree, MD or PhD in a scientific, health related or business administration program.
NOTE: This role will be granted the opportunity to work from home regularly but must be able to commute to Emory University on a flexible weekly schedule based upon business needs. Schedule is based on agreed upon guidelines of department. This role requires residency in the state of GA. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.
Additional Details: Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: 404-727-9867 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD).
Emory University is committed to ensuring equal access and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to seek a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at accessibility@emory.edu or call 404-727-9877 (Voice) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). We kindly ask that requests be made at least seven business days in advance to allow adequate time for coordination.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Maintains data pertaining to research projects, completes source documents/case report forms, and performs data entry.
- Assists with patient recruitment.
- Attends study meetings.
- Orders and maintains equipment and supplies.
- Reviews medical records and/or conducts screenings for recruitment of study participants, performs interviews and QOL questionnaires.
- Collects study specimen according to protocol which may include phlebotomy, processing, and preparation for shipping.
- Coordinates services, schedules procedures, creates and maintains case packages, and monitors charges.
- Assists with quality assurance and tracks regulatory submissions.
- Performs related approved responsibilities as required.
- High School Diploma or GED and three years of administrative support experience.
- Or two years of college in a scientific, health related, or business administration program and one year of admin support or customer service experience.
- Or be a licensed as a practical nurse (LPN) and one year admin support or one year of licensed practical nursing experience.
- Or a Bachelor's degree, Master's degree, MD or PhD in a scientific, health related or business administration program.
NOTE: This role will be granted the opportunity to work from home regularly but must be able to commute to Emory University on a flexible weekly schedule based upon business needs. Schedule is based on agreed upon guidelines of department. This role requires residency in the state of GA. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.
Additional Details: Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: 404-727-9867 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD).
Emory University is committed to ensuring equal access and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to seek a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at accessibility@emory.edu or call 404-727-9877 (Voice) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). We kindly ask that requests be made at least seven business days in advance to allow adequate time for coordination.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Education
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote research coordinator jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in a health, science, or social science field
- Experience supporting IRB submissions and human subjects compliance
- Proficiency with REDCap or similar electronic data capture systems
- Ability to recruit, screen, and schedule study participants
- Strong written communication for research documentation and reporting
- Familiarity with Good Clinical Practice guidelines or clinical trial operations
Tips for Your Remote Research Coordinator Job Search
Highlight async communication and self-direction
Remote research coordinator roles require you to move projects forward without daily check-ins. In your materials, name specific tools you've used for async coordination, such as Slack, Notion, or project trackers, and show outcomes you drove independently. Remote employers screen for this directly.
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote research coordinator openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your background and apply directly without sorting through unrelated listings. Applying early matters because competitive remote roles close fast.
Build a remote-ready research portfolio
Assemble examples of research work you've coordinated end-to-end: protocol documents, data collection logs, or IRB submissions you managed. Remote hiring managers want proof you can own a process without someone watching, and concrete artifacts do that faster than a job title alone.
Prepare for a remote-style interview process
Remote research coordinator interviews often include a written task or async video screen before any live call. Practice explaining your research coordination process in writing as clearly as you would in person, and have specific examples of how you've handled protocol deviations or scheduling issues on distributed teams.
Remote Research Coordinator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote research coordinator job?
Remote research coordinators are hired by remote-first organizations, healthcare companies with distributed clinical teams, and tech or consulting firms running decentralized studies. Remote employers screen for self-directed project management, clear written communication, and fluency with tools like REDCap, Qualtrics, or project management platforms. Candidates who demonstrate they can move tasks forward asynchronously and document their process thoroughly have a clear edge.
Which companies hire remote research coordinators?
Companies hiring remote research coordinators right now include Emory University, Medpace, and Ochsner Health, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Remote-first firms, distributed healthcare organizations, and clinical research companies with geographically spread teams are among the most consistent sources of remote openings for this role.
Can you get a remote research coordinator job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level research coordinator roles are harder to land because employers expect you to work independently from day one with minimal in-person onboarding. Remote-first startups and contract research organizations occasionally hire candidates without direct experience. Showing a portfolio of research projects, volunteer data collection work, or proficiency with research software like REDCap or Qualtrics can open doors that a blank resume won't.
Do you need a degree for remote research coordinator jobs?
Usually, but not always in the traditional sense. Most remote employers list a bachelor's degree as a baseline, commonly in a life science, social science, or health-related field. Remote hiring managers also weigh demonstrated research skills, familiarity with data collection tools, and a history of managing tasks independently, so a strong portfolio or directly relevant certifications can carry real weight alongside or instead of a specific degree.
Which industries hire the most remote research coordinators?
Most remote research coordinator openings sit in Education, Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, and Healthcare & Medical Services, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors rely on distributed teams to manage studies, surveys, and data collection across multiple sites, making fully remote coordination a practical fit.
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