Receives direction from principal investigator, supervisor, or other staff involved in research protocol(s). Interacts with various departments within the institution. Works cooperatively with other investigators and personnel at all levels. Interacts with research participants, other research centers, and sponsoring companies to resolve problems and ensure efficient completion of research studies.
Position Overview: (Major Functions and Non-Essential Functions):
Coordinates non-therapeutic (i.e. minimal risk, survey, chart review) clinical research protocols with direction from the principal investigator and/or supervisor in compliance with regulatory laws and institutional guidelines. May assist in complex (i.e. interventional, therapeutic, greater than minimal risk) studies with direction but does not have overall responsibility for these studies. Screens, enrolls, and recruits research participants. Coordinates schedules and monitors research activities and subject participation. Recognizes adverse events, protocol deviations, and other unanticipated problems and reports appropriately. Collects, abstracts, and enters research data. Performs administrative and regulatory duties related to the study as assigned. Some travel may be required. ADDENDUM (if applicable) Protocol Development and Maintenance Activities Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to: ongoing management of the protocol document and process through editing, amendments, proofing, coordination of study logistics (i.e. data collection booklets, use of CRU, etc.), and verification of content to meet institutional and federal standards; Institutional Review Board (IRB) submission; and communication with study sites and/or federal agencies regarding study status changes. Participates in other protocol development activities and executes other assignments as warranted and assigned.
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Minimum Education and/or Experience Required: (Education Requirements and Experience):
HS Diploma with at least 3 years of experience OR Associate's degree/college Diploma/Certificate Program with at least 1 year of experience, Associate’s in Clinical Research from an accredited academic institution without experience OR Bachelor's degree. Experience should be in the clinical setting or related experience.
Additional Experience and/or Qualifications: (Has Achieved Competency in the Following Areas, Job Knowledge and Additional Considerations):
Graduate or diploma from a study coordinator training program is preferred. One year of clinical research experience is preferred. Medical terminology course is preferred.
Licensure/Certification Required:
N/A
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- Medical: Multiple plan options.
- Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
- Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
- Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
- Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.
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Skills Required
- High school diploma with at least 3 years relevant experience
- Associate's degree/college diploma/certificate with at least 1 year relevant experience
- Associate's in Clinical Research from an accredited institution (no experience required)
- Bachelor's degree (acceptable alternative to experience)
- Experience in a clinical setting or related experience
- Ability to screen, enroll, recruit participants and coordinate study schedules and activities
- Ability to recognize and report adverse events, protocol deviations, and unanticipated problems
- Collect, abstract, and enter research data and perform assigned administrative/regulatory duties
- Graduate or diploma from a study coordinator training program
- One year of clinical research experience
- Medical terminology course
- No licensure/certification required
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