Clinical Research Coord I | Neurology | Full-Time | Days

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Assists Principal Investigators (PI) in the coordination and implementation of clinical research. Reviews new clinical research protocols with the research team and provides feedback on feasibility. Organizes and manages activities related to initial and continuing IRB review. Serves as study contact for research sponsors throughout each study. Ensures that all supporting departments are notified and trained to conduct the study. Reviews medical records with investigator, recruits potential research participants, collects research data and ensures that all research procedures are conducted per the protocol, Federal regulations and Good Clinical Practice guidelines. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.

 

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A Brief Overview
Assists Principal Investigators (PI) in the coordination and implementation of clinical research. Reviews new clinical research protocols with the research team and provides feedback on feasibility. Organizes and manages activities related to initial and continuing IRB review. Serves as study contact for research sponsors throughout each study. Ensures that all supporting departments are notified and trained to conduct the study. Reviews medical records with investigator, recruits potential research participants, collects research data and ensures that all research procedures are conducted per the protocol, Federal regulations and Good Clinical Practice guidelines. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.

What you will do

• Coordinates study activities under the direction of the Principal Investigator to ensure proper study conduct and research participant safety.
• Coordinates multiple projects under the supervision of multiple principal investigators.
• Ensures regulatory submission, complete source documentation and accurate data collection.
• Screens potential research participants with study investigators to ensure eligibility, and explains the research to them.
• Serves as point of contact for investigators, sponsors and patients.
• Works with the leadership of key departments to ensure awareness of study and compliance with the protocol.
• Obtains blood and tissue samples during study procedures. Ensures packaging and shipment according to appropriate guidance and regulations.
• Maintains proficient knowledge of study protocols, institutional and departmental guidelines, Federal regulations and Good Clinical Practice guidelines.

Education/Formal Training Requirements

• Required - Bachelor's Degree Clinical Research
• Preferred - Bachelor's Degree Health
• Preferred - Bachelor's Degree Physical Therapy
• Preferred - Bachelor's Degree Respiratory Therapy
• Preferred - Bachelor's Degree Science

Work Experience Requirements

• Required - Research 1-3 years
• Preferred - Respiratory Therapist, EMT/Paramedic, Physical Therapist or other equivalent clinical role 1-3 years

Licenses and Certifications Requirements

• Preferred - Certified Clinical Research Coordinator - Association of Clinical Research Professionals
• Preferred - ACRP Certified Professional - Association of Clinical Research Professionals
• Preferred - Certified Clinical Research Professional - The Society of Clinical Research Associates
• Preferred - Certified Clinical Research Associate - Association of Clinical Research Professionals

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of research processes, regulatory issues, reporting requirements, Federal regulations and Good Clinical Practice guidelines.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills with ability to successfully interact with physicians, other medical providers and associates.
• Ability to communicate technical material to physicians, clinical associates, patients and their families both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated skills in conflict resolution and problem solving.
• Demonstrated clinical and management ability.
• Demonstrated ability to handle numerous simultaneous projects.
• Ability to plan and schedule tasks and projects to mai