Clinical Research Coordinator A (OBGYN - GYN Oncology)

About the role

The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world‑renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly‑regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn’s distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions, most recently named one of America’s Best Large Employers by Forbes in 2023. Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia, situated on a beautiful urban campus with easy access to educational, cultural, and recreational activities. Clinical Research Coordinators in the Division of GYN oncology support multiple externally funded investigator‑initiated and cooperative group clinical trials.

Job Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Responsibilities

• Patient screening, subject enrollment, scheduling, collecting, storing and shipping biological samples
• Collecting and filing study documents
• Collecting and entering clinical data
• Documenting study activities with accuracy using a variety of electronic systems
• Assisting with Institutional Review Board (IRB) filings and inquiries and with manuscript preparation, grant proposals, and research‑related presentations
• Overseeing 2 or more clinical trials, ensuring protocol integrity, timely data and query resolution, and appropriate reporting of AEs and SAEs to sponsor and IRB per protocol
• Taking an active role in preparation of trial audits and inspections
• Assisting with mentoring research assistants
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree with 1‑2 years of related experience in research and clinical study methodologies or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer is made; consideration will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

Benefits

• Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts: comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance; flexible spending accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre‑tax dollars
• Tuition assistance for employee, spouse, and dependent children at Penn and other institutions
• Generous retirement plans (Basic, Matching, Supplemental) with pre‑tax or Roth options via TIAA and Vanguard
• Substantial time away from work (vacation, personal affairs, illness, family time)
• Long‑Term Care Insurance through Genworth Financial (no proof of good health required for newly hired employees)
• Wellness and work‑life resources
• Professional and personal development resources
• Access to University resources: libraries, athletic facilities, arboretum, art galleries, cultural and recreational activities
• Discounts and special services: arts, entertainment, transportation, mortgages, car purchases, cellular plans, movie tickets, theme park admissions
• Flexible work hours
• Penn Home Ownership Services: forgivable loan for home purchase or improvements in West Philadelphia
• Adoption Assistance: reimbursement for qualified adoption expenses up to two adoptions

Pay

Pay Range: $47,313.00 – $47,313.00 Annual Rate.