PS Clinical Research Coord

PS Clinical Research Coord

Job Summary

Coordinates onboarding, implementation, quality control, and completion of research studies into databases for participant and specimen tracking specifically related to the Department of Surgery Biorepository. Oversees research studies in an administrative and operational capacity while maintaining regulatory compliance with guidelines set by governing agencies. Ensures uniform processes for research studies across the Department of Surgery.

Responsibilities

1. Oversees compliance to protocols; manages onboarding, quality control, and completion of research studies into databases for participant and specimen tracking specifically related to the Department of Surgery Biorepository.
2. Prepares reports for organizations and agencies.
3. Monitors and assists in enrollment and initiates strategies to promote enrollment of faculty/investigators into the Department of Surgery Biorepository.
4. Ensures uniformity of studies across the department, including developing template informed consents.
5. Assists in developing participant intake databases (REDCap) including electronic consent.
6. Prepares, submits and maintains IRB, FDA, NCI, NIH, NSF and/or other regulatory documents and research correspondence.
7. Supervises, mentors and trains new or junior research staff.
8. Coordinates with referring physicians to provide information regarding available research projects and to maintain a strong referral basis.
9. Develops and maintains patient databases.
10. Assists in the development of study protocols.
11. Confers with Principal Investigators regarding lab procedures and techniques to be followed in conducting research.
12. Evaluates and resolves problems related to specimen collection, preparation and analysis.
13. Maintains accurate laboratory records.
14. Observes principles of data security and patient confidentiality.
    
    

Problem SolvingThe incumbent decides how to best accomplish the daily requirements of various study objectives, prioritizes and delegates workload and establishes systems needed to achieve specific study goals. Efforts of multiple departments or disciplines must be coordinated to ensure effective follow through and compliance of all involved. The incumbent functions independently under minimal supervision, following FDA, Good Clinical Practice, IRB, NIH, NCI, NSF and/or other regulatory agency guidelines and seeking council from the Principal Investigator as necessary.The incumbent is expected to closely monitor use of experimental equipment and drugs. Because some subjects referred to to participate on a research study have no other option for recovery, the incumbent must be aware of the subjects condition, well informed in the use of study material (devices, equipment, etc.) and conscientious in his/her analysis of appropriate actions.The incumbent is responsible to organize coverage when not present to ensure protocol requirements are followed.

This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.Work Environment and Level of Frequency that may be required:Nearly Continuously: Office environment.Seldom: Infectious disease, oils (there is air or skin exposure to oils or other cutting fluids).Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be requiredNearly Continuously: Hearing, listening, talking.Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking, standing, sitting.Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.

Minimum Qualifications
Bachelors degree in a health sciences or related field or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience) with two years professional research experience and completion of University RATS Clinical Certification within one year of hire required. Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills also required.

Knowledge of Good Clinical Practices, FDA, HIPAA and IRB regulations; an understanding of research procedures; and the ability to function independently is preferred.

Departments may require IRB CITI Course or IATA DGR training within a specified timeframe.

Departments may prefer a nursing degree for this position, which requires the incumbent to have two years related experience and possess a nationally recognized research compliance certification.

This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

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Requisition Number: PRN41130B
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Work Schedule Summary:
Department: 00263 - Surgery Research
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: 39300 to 72700
Close Date: 5/4/2025
Open Until Filled:

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