Clinical Research Coordinator- Diabetes/Endocrine

About Children's Minnesota

Children's Minnesota is one of the largest pediatric health systems in the United States and the only health system in Minnesota to provide care exclusively to children, from before birth through young adulthood. An independent and not-for-profit system since 1924, Children's Minnesota is one system serving kids throughout the Upper Midwest at two free-standing hospitals, nine primary care clinics, multiple specialty clinics and seven rehabilitation sites. As The Kids Experts™ in our region, Children's Minnesota is regularly ranked by U.S. News & World Report as a top children's hospital.

Department Overview

The Children's Minnesota Diabetes & Endocrine Research Program conducts industry-sponsored and investigator-initiated clinical trials focused on improving treatment options for children with endocrine and metabolic disorders. Our active research portfolio includes studies in achondroplasia, growth hormone deficiency, obesity, hypothalamic obesity, Prader-Willi syndrome, and Turner syndrome. Through collaborations with leading pharmaceutical companies, academic institutions, and healthcare partners, we provide patients access to innovative therapies while advancing the future of pediatric endocrine care. Our dedicated research team is committed to high-quality clinical research and exceptional support for participating children and families.

Position Summary

The Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) serves as the project manager for assigned projects and works directly with the Research Program manager and Clinical Research Associates I & II to coordinate and implement studies.

Responsibilities

• Organize and manage all aspects of assigned research activities and ensure compliance with study protocols and overall clinical research objectives
• Contribute methodological and technical expertise in the design, implementation, analysis and reporting of research
• Prepare regulatory submissions to the Institutional Review Board, and maintain compliance with all federal and local agencies in accordance with Good Clinical Practice guidelines
• Provide support to the preparation and management of grants
• Perform budget preparation and management, as needed
• Facilitate and manage study-related communications (including, but not limited to communication with investigators, collaborators, regulatory bodies, and site monitors)
• Proficiency at Interacting with patients and families for securing informed consent, scheduling research visits, and collection of data
• Oversight of data collection and entry processes
• Manage personal career development and administrative tasks

Qualifications

• Baccalaureate in a health-related field and at least four years of clinical research-related experience; or registered nurse with a current license to practice, and at least two years of clinical research experience; or two years of clinical research-related experience and a master's degree in a related field
• At least one year of experience working with children is preferred
• SoCRA or ACRP certification preferred
• The CRC must be a detail-oriented person with strong writing, communication, and computer skills; (s)he must have the ability to manage multiple projects

Location

On-site - St. Paul

Career Progression

Promotion to next higher level, typically Senior Clinical Research Coordinator (SCRC), is determined by the Clinical Research Program Manager through performance reviews that take into account both experience carrying out the department's job-related duties/tasks, as well as a demonstrated commitment to professionalism in carrying out those tasks in line with Children's values and organizational policies and procedures.