Clinical Research Coordinator A (Department of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism)

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Clinical Research Coordinator A (Department of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism)

Job Profile Title

Clinical Research Coordinator A

Job Description Summary

This entry-level position will support the faculty and clinical research staff of the Department of Medicine in the preparation for, conduct of, and completion of any and all Human Subjects Research projects and sub-projects in which they are engaged, primarily for the rare disease Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva (FOP). This position requires significant dedication and resilience to acquire and apply regulatory knowledge with the duty to protect research patient safety and data integrity. This position will report administratively to the project manager in the Department of Medicine and will report, on a study-specific basis, to the respective principal investigators. The CRC-A will also work on department level research, education, and quality/process improvement initiatives as required.

Job Description

Job Responsibilities

• Complete onboarding and demonstrate accountability for ongoing training and certificate maintenance assigned as required for the university, department, and as-needed specific to individual studies. Participate in ongoing institutional, departmental and global training requirements to ensure ongoing readiness to perform the job at the highest level of engagement possible at all times. Develop working knowledge of and apply relevant national and international principles of human subject protections and privacy throughout all clinical research activities. Employ self-engagement to learn of appropriate trainings and certifications applicable to the position. Demonstrate accountability for CRC role in maintaining participant safety and data integrity. At close of introductory period, be able to articulate the purpose of and describe the importance of each study and identify key elements of clinical study protocols. Learn and demonstrate understanding of roles and responsibil