Sr Clinical Research Coord - Nephrology - Full Time - On Site

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This job evaluates, initiates and maintains all activities related to the conduct of clinical trials. Communicates effectively with external funding agencies and sponsors, other departments, departmental staff and patients to ensure the understanding of the requirements of conducting and participating in clinical trials. Independently organizes and manages all documentation and regulatory submissions as required by the sponsor of the trial, regulatory agencies, research division/ Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) policy and patient care requirements of the company. Serves as an escalation point for junior level departmental staff for problem resolution and support, and typically coordinates trials that are the most complex and/or the greatest number of trials.

Education

Required - High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred - Bachelor's degree.

Work Experience

Required - 4 years of relevant research experience in a clinical setting or 3 years of research experience in a clinical setting with a bachelor’s degree.

Preferred - 5 years of experience in area of assigned clinical specialty, clinical research, and managing patient databases.

Certification

Required - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association within 30 days of hire.

Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP) certification by Society of Clinical Research Associates (SOCRA) or Certified Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC) certification by the Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP) within 1 year in job role.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Strong critical thinking skills and strong knowledge of medical and clinical research terminology and processes.

• Ability to follow the investigational plan in execution of study visits.

• Ability to develop of study related budgets, contracts and patient consent documents.

• Working knowledge of requirements and regulations associated with the conduct of clinical trials and other related research activity.

• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications, including working knowledge of Epic.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the required job processes.

• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills and ability to coach others, as well as effectively work independently.

• Strong organizational, time management and prioritization skills and ability multi-task, pay close attention to detail, and learn and apply new techniques.

• Ability to travel throughout and between facilities and work a flexible work schedule.

Job Duties

• Determines eligibility and supports recruitment of research participants.

• Coordinates and oversees the regulatory processes as they relate to the evaluation, initiation, maintenance, closure and internal and external audit of clinical trials and other research activity.

• Coordinates and oversees patient (study participant) activity as it relates to the conduct of research and clinical trials.

• Develops and maintains all required documentation as it relates to the conduct of assigned clinical trials and associated patient care.

• Conducts daily work and clinical trial activity in accordance with Good Clinical Practice Guidelines.

• Provides mentorship, professional development and support to Clinical Research Coordinators.

• Performs other related duties as required.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skil