Clinical Research Coordinator III - Sarcoma

Overview

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington.

With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world’s leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world’s deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.

At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. These values are grounded in and expressed through the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems. Fred Hutch is in pursuit of becoming an anti-racist organization. We are committed to ensuring that all candidates hired share our commitment to diversity, anti-racism and inclusion.

 

As a Clinical Research Coordinator III, you will have a crucial role in the successful management of clinical trials within the Oncology research portfolio.   Based within the central clinical trials office, known as Clinical Research Support (CRS), this role is integral part of our rapidly expanding clinical trial coordination team focused on the advancement of mission-critical clinical trial programs.  Reporting to the Senior Manager/Manager of Clinical Trials Coordination you will be part of the Sarcoma or other specialized Oncology clinical research teams.

 

At Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, all employees are expected to demonstrate a commitment to our values of collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity, and respect.

Responsibilities

• Independently manages significant and key aspects of a large/complex clinical trial or all aspects of one or more small trials
• Provides day-to-day coordination of oncology clinical trials within Fred Hutch and UW clinic setting including, screening patients for protocol eligibility, ensuring informed consent has been properly obtained, enrolling subjects, collecting data, and communicating with clinic staff
• Interfaces with clinic providers and staff, ancillary services, and research staff regarding protocol implementation issues
• Determines effective strategies for promoting/recruiting research participants and retaining in long term clinical trials
• Periodically audits operations and provides leadership in identifying and implementing corrective actions/processes
• Interfaces with study sponsors, monitors and reports SAEs; resolves study queries
• Trains and provides guidance to less experienced staff. Oversees data management for research projects.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in scientific/medical field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Six or more years of experience in medical records, cancer registry, clinical study coordination or related field.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Advanced Degree (Master’s level or higher) in the scientific/medical field.
• Previous experience in oncology research
• CCRP or CCRC accreditation
• Clinical Research Associate (CRA) certification is highly desirable.
• Experience working with electronic medical records (EMR) and a clinical trial management system (CTMS).
• Knowledge of FDA regulations, GCP guidelines, and other applicable regulations.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize work in a dynamic environment.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Excel and Word, and experience working with databases.
• Collaborative and skilled working across multidisciplinary teams including clinical teams.
• Resourceful and able to solve problems, yet seek guidance when needed.
• Comfortable working in clinic setting and interacting with patients.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work according to Sta