Clinical Research Coordinator

Job Details

Works under limited supervision and oversees the day-to-day activities of a clinical trial in accordance with Good Clinical Research Practice (GCP). Performs a variety of research activities in support of clinical trials (including database management, biological specimen processing, and clerical duties) to assist investigators in organizing, gathering and compiling clinical research data. Recruits, assists with consenting subjects, and conducts study visits.

Job Description

Summary
Works under limited supervision and oversees the day-to-day activities of a clinical trial in accordance with Good Clinical Research Practice (GCP). Performs a variety of research activities in support of clinical trials (including database management, biological specimen processing, and clerical duties) to assist investigators in organizing, gathering and compiling clinical research data. Recruits, assists with consenting subjects, and conducts study visits.

Job Duties

• Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson.
• Performs a variety of research, data base, biospecimen collection and processing, as well as clerical duties in support of clinical trials to assist investigators in organizing, gathering and compiling clinical research data.
• Organizes and maintains documentation required for clinical trial(s).
• Informs Principal Investigator and/or designated individual on any issues concerning patients response to treatment/medication/ any adverse effects overall to patients.
• Assists Principal Investigator with regulatory body filings including IRB submissions.
• May assist in the enrollment of human subjects.
• May provide clerical and technical support to ensure adherence to research protocols and quality of information received.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent.
• 4 years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of and the ability to utilize technology tools to organize, store and manage database systems.
• Knowledge of and ability to utilize tools, techniques and processes for gathering and reporting data in a particular department or division of a company.
• Knowledge and understanding of legislation and regulatory bodies affecting healthcare practices
• Knowledge of principles and practices associated with the rights and responsibilities of patients and caregivers.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent objectives, projects, groups, or activities, making effective judgments as to prioritizing and time allocation.

Physical Demands
Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Examples: Push/pull patients on bed, stretcher (requires 29 lbs. push force), lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of the patient's weight. Frequent to continuous standing/walking. Patient transporters can walk 8-10 miles per shift. *Patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

Work Shift

Workday Day (United States of America)

Worker Sub Type

Regular

Employee Entity

Thomas Jefferson University

Primary Location Address

1015 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research.