Study Coordinator II - UF Health Cancer Center

Classification Title:

Clinical Research Coord II

Job Description:

The UF Health Cancer Center is currently seeking experienced Study Coordinators to join our Malignant Hematology and Solid Tumor units! Our Center stands alone in the state in our unique ability to blend comprehensive patient care and innovative research in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment. The UFHCC has been serving Floridians for over 20 years and invite you to join our talented team!

As a Study Coordinator II in our Malignant Hematology & Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT) and Solid Tumors (STO) units, you will collaborate with other coordinators and research staff, investigators, physicians, nurses, and other key personnel in the clinics, hospitals, and at the Cancer Center to ensure compliance with protocol requirements and satisfactory care for patients enrolled on research protocols.

In your new role you will be responsible for the following:

• Coordination of relevant care and protocol required testing for subjects enrolled on an assigned portfolio of human clinical trials. This will include a variety of patient focused tasks such as screening, enrolling, and coordinating related care and other relevant tasks, all of which require regular, timely communication with clinic staff, physicians, investigators, other CRO staff, and the subjects themselves, as well as minute attention to detail throughout the conduct of the trial;
• Interpretation and collection of medical and clinical data of potential and existing subjects on assigned clinical trials. It is of the utmost importance that you provide and document accurate study data in accordance with study guidelines and timelines and protect subject privacy in compliance with relevant privacy laws;
• Maintaining compliance with all internal and external regulatory and institutional requirements related to your trials. You will also attend all relevant trainings and meetings including Tumor Boards, monthly educational topics, etc. as required, and provide in-service education related to assigned protocols to ensure study compliance;
• Coordination of all sample collection, analysis, and shipping for assigned trials.

This is a professional level position, ideal for candidates interested in furthering their career in clinical research. Employees in these roles operate as part of our collaborative research enterprise and are fundamental to the progress of cancer research being conducted at the University of Florida. A complete job description will be provided to candidates selected for interview.

Expected Salary:

$55,000 – $62,500 annually; commensurate with education and experience.

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Professional clinical research certification (through SOCRA or ACRP) is required at the earliest of 12 months from hire or eligibility.

Preferred Qualifications:

As an ideal candidate you will have/be:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Healthcare and/or Basic Sciences and four to six years of relevant experience and/or training in research and/or oncology preferred;
• Experience working with databases and/or subject data;
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, particularly Outlook, Excel, Word;
• Strong interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to work with a broad range of people including investigators, physicians, clinic and hospital staff, sponsors, partners at other institutions, UFHCC staff, and others;
• Highly resourceful team-player, with the ability to also be extremely effective, independent, interact professionally, and utilize effective writing and organizational skills;
• Demonstrate understanding and effective use of Emotional Intelligence strategies and skills;
• Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion, be adaptable to various competing demands, and demonstrate the highest level of customer/client service and response;
• Demonstrate ability to achieve high performance goals and meet deadlines in a fast paced environment;
• Forward-thinking mentality, actively seeking opportunities and proposing creative solutions with strong decision-making capability;
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders and critical staff, both internally and externally, through a variety of communication mediums and venues;
• A project manager mindset and basic skills including: delegation, scheduling, communication, critical thinking, task and quality management, risk management, and flexibility.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

The University of Florida is committed to non-discrimination with respect to race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, political opinions or affiliations, genetic information, and veteran status in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training.

Applicants must upload a copy of the following documents to be considered for this position:

• Cover Letter or Letter of Interest
  
  
• Curriculum Vitae or Resume
  
  
• List of Three Professional References
  
  

T his is a time limited position.

Multiple roles will be filled through this requisition.

This requisition has been reposted. Previous applicants are still under consideration and need not apply.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required: Yes