Clinical Research Coordinator

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Posted Job Title

Clinical Research Coordinator

Job Profile Title

Clinical Research Coordinator A

Job Description Summary

Coordinate the day-to-day management of clinical research trials, including IRB, and NIH regulatory documentation. Follow study protocols and S0Ps to recruit potential research participants, study eligibility, obtain informed consent, administer study assessments, and conduct research interviews for employees as needed. Meet regularly with faculty and research study team to identify problems and develop solutions. Implement changes to procedures as needed and monitor results. Position contingent upon funding.

Job Description

Job Responsibilities

•  Coordinate and conduct clinical studies, including subject recruitment, informed consent, chart maintenance and data entry
•  Coordinate IRB submissions and renewals in accordance with FDA and IRB guidelines
• Assure compliance with the protocol and regulatory requirements includes: collecting, recording, and maintaining data and source documentations
•  Oversee study preparation and blood sample processing and analysis
• Database management and analysis
• Ordering and stocking supplies and maintaining equipment
•  Educate patients and family members
• Promote good clinical practice in the conduct of clinical investigations, including possessing and in depth knowledge of the federal regulations and guidance documents for the conduct of clinical studies and human subject protection
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
• Position contingent upon funding

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science and 1 to 2 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.