Clinical Research Coordinator I

About the role

The Clinical Research Coordinator I supports the faculty of the Section of Nephrology within the Biological Sciences Division. The Section conducts research in hereditary kidney diseases, nephrolithiasis, race-specific differences in cation handling by the kidney, acute kidney injury, nutrition, and ESRD related issues.

Responsibilities

• Assist with or plan and implement the clinical study's goals and objectives; organize patient enrollment planning.
• Conduct quality assurance activities, compile and analyze data.
• Collect, process, ship & store specimens to appropriate laboratory according to established techniques.
• Care for patient scheduling for study procedures, return visits, and study treatment schedules.
• Educate patients about study procedures to be performed, visit schedule, data to report between & during visits, and the risks / benefits of the procedures.
• Perform assessments at patient study visits and monitor for adverse events.
• Serve as a resource person to patients on trials.
• Maintain working knowledge of current protocols and internal SOPs.
• Be accountable for high standards of clinical research practice and assist in the development of accountability in others.
• Oversee and participate in the coordination and conduct of complex clinical research studies and ensure compliance with federal and institutional regulations.
• Assist with audits, inspections, and monitoring visits from regulatory agencies or sponsors.
• Provide support to other CRCs and research-related staff, as needed.
• Maintain accurate and complete records which may include -but not limited to- signed informed consents, source documentation, Case Report Forms, and study related communication.
• Coordinate and participate in quality assurance reviews conducted by study sponsors, federal agencies, or specially designated review groups.
• Analyze study-related documentation, such as protocol worksheets, procedural manuals, adverse event reports, institutional review board documents, progress reports.

Requirements

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field. Knowledge and skills developed through < 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline. Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Adobe Acrobat.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree.

Skills

• Interact and communicate with clarity, tact, and courtesy with patrons, patients, staff, faculty, students, and others.
• Communicate with tact and diplomacy.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Strong communication skills, verbal and written.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong data management skills and attention to detail.
• Absorb large amounts of information quickly.
• Adaptability to changing working situations and work assignments.

Benefits

The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off.

Pay

$50,000.00 - $65,000.00

Schedule

40 Scheduled Weekly Hours