Clinical Research Coordinator - ONC Radiation Oncology

Department:

SOM KC Radiation Oncology

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Radiation Oncology

Position Title:

Clinical Research Coordinator - ONC Radiation Oncology

Job Family Group:

Professional Staff

Job Description Summary:

This position is responsible for working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, research, and hospital staff to recruit, screen, educate, and assist in the overall clinical study coordination of clinical research. The Clinical Research Coordinator will manage clinical research studies by coordinating and participating in a variety of complex activities involved in the collection, compilation, documentation, and analysis of clinical research data. Monitor participants’ progress including documenting and reporting adverse events. Participate in periodic quality assurance audits of protocols.

Job Description:

Key Roles and Responsibilities

• Recruit, evaluate, and educate patients regarding clinical trials related to radiation oncology disease.

• Manages all aspects of study visit activities for patients and families, including scheduling of procedures and assessments.

• Conduct informed consent interview with participants.

• Maintain trial regulatory documentation including correspondence with sponsor, KUMC local IRB, and central IRB in a timely and accurate manner.

• Maintain trial regulatory documentation including correspondence with sponsor, KUMC local IRB, and central IRB in a timely and accurate manner.

• Ensure all study data is entered into sponsored-provided and/or internal KU databases per requirements.

• Perform subject visit procedures as needed per education and training. Gather accurate medical history, concomitant medication information, and ensure that medical conditions meet trial specifications.

• Obtain complete reports of new symptoms/changes in health conditions and review with clinician/principal investigator.

• Maintain source documents and submit case report forms as required for clinical trials.

• Assist clinical staff with sample collection, process, handling, and shipping as outlined in the protocol and within institutional/KUMC policy.

• Prepare documentation and participate in study monitoring visits, reviews, and audits. Provide written and verbal reports to PI and project manager.

• Participate in quality assurance activities by reviewing clinical data in medical record charts, assessing pharmacy compliance with protocol criteria, and reviewing study documentation to ensure compliance with GCP guidelines and FDA CFR.

• Provide back-up to other CRC in their absence and all other duties assigned by supervisor.

• Prepare documentation for clinical trial feasibility and site qualification visits.

• Assist with protocol composition and study design for department investigator-initiated trials.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelors in basic science or health related field. Experience may substitute for degree on a year for year basis.

Work Experience

• 1 year experience in a clinical research role or two years healthcare experience with patient interaction or related experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Work Experience

• Prior health care and/or research experience.

• Experience with electronic medical records.

• Experience in Radiation Oncology.

Skills

• Communication, writing, organizational and presentation skills.  

Required Documents

Resume

Cover Letter

Comprehensive Benefits Package:

Coverage begins on day one for health, dental, and vision insurance and includes health expense accounts with generous employer contributions if the employee participates in a qualifying health plan. Employer-paid life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and various additional voluntary insurance plans are available. Paid time off, including vacation and sick, begins accruing upon hire, plus ten paid holidays. One paid discretionary day is available after six months of employment, and paid time off for bereavement, jury duty, military service, and parental leave is available after 12 months of employment. A retirement program with a generous employer contribution and additional voluntary retirement programs (457 or 403b) are available. https://www.kumc.edu/human-resources/benefits.html

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