Clinical Trials Associate 2 - Nephrology & Hypertension

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Organization:

Nephrology

Job Summary:

Performs a variety of duties involved in the collection, interpretation, and documentation of data in support of clinical trials with occasional guidance. Assists in ensuring adherence to protocols, appropriate regulations, and deadlines.

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DEPARTMENT SUMMARY

The Division of Nephrology and Hypertension at Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) has a long and notable history of studying the pathophysiology of, and developing potential therapies for, the prevention and treatment of kidney disease.

Comprised of more than 70 innovative, internationally recognized basic and clinical researchers and active clinicians working in state-of-the-art facilities, our division’s contributions are validated through high-impact publications, strong federal and non-federal grant funding, and a robust clinical program that provides cutting-edge, comprehensive care across the spectrum of kidney disease. 

Our division's goals are to:

• Provide excellence in patient care

• Train physicians and researchers

• Lead scientific research and discoveries to understand and treat acute and chronic renal disease

• Promote collaborations within the scientific domain

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs neuropsychological testing and physical performance testing (after on site training)

• Telephone based and in person recruitment

• Study visit coordination

• Coordinate protocol and patient consent form process and develop assessment tool per protocol to use in clinical research.

• Coordinates preparation of all IRB and regulatory documents; under direction of PI may draft various communications with Sponsor.

• Identifies and recruits clinical research subjects; monitors enrollment goals and modifies recruitment strategies, as necessary.

• Processes and ships lab specimens efficiently and cost effectively; maintains supply inventory and equipment; maintains regulatory standards.

• Abstracts and records all patient data essential to the study onto required case report forms or into the electronic data collection system.

• Collects and monitors all study patient records to document treatments and outcomes as required by the protocol.

• Report all adverse reactions according to VU and protocol guidelines.

• Check values from lab and rates toxicity levels.

• Institutes process improvement measures for efficiency and productivity within the dept.

• Trains and mentors new staff to perform job duties at an acceptable level and understand new processes and regulations. Encourages new employees to ask questions to spur process improvement.

• The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position and additional duties may be assigned.

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES
• Research Administration (Fundamental Awareness): Knowledgeable on all phases in the lifecycle of a sponsored research project. Well versed in and able to assist researchers in reducing compliance risks and assisting in routine and specialized processes.
• Medical Records Management (Fundamental Awareness): Knowledge of how and where to store and maintain basic records associated with job assignments.
• Laboratory Practices (Fundamental Awareness): Has limited experience, training, direct exposure, or past experience working with laboratory practices.

Our Academic Enterprise is one of the nation’s longest serving and most prestigious academic medical centers. Through its historic bond with Vanderbilt University and integral role in the School of Medicine, Vanderbilt Health cultivates distinguished research and educational programs to advance a clinical enterprise that provides compassionate and personalized care and support for millions of patients and family members each year.