Clinical Research Coordinator I/II/III

Summary of Job Duties

The Clinical Research Coordinator I/II/III position will be directly responsible for facilitating and coordinating the daily clinical research activities for multiple research studies, working closely with investigators, research sponsors, contract research organization representatives, research staff, and UAMS institutional oversight offices. Position must be able to organize complex projects, provide attention to detail, and communicate effectively. The position will be responsible for participant recruitment, screening, consent, data collection, including administration of survey instruments and collection of biometrics, management of records, generation of reports, and management of the day-to-day operations of the research projects, including scheduling and appointment reminder calls. He/She will maintain and manage study files and research databases within established quality control and security protocols. Will apply knowledge of local policies, federal regulations, and guidelines in support of an assigned clinical trial portfolio and the objectives of the Rural Research Network. Contributes information and ideas related to areas of responsibility as part of a cross-functional team. Ensures effective and efficient workflow and adherence to quality standards for staff/program, and self. Position maintains a working knowledge of the Code of Federal Regulations and the Code of Conduct for human research.

Qualifications

• Level I: Bachelor's degree plus three (3) years of general research experience, or High School diploma/GED plus seven (7) years of general research experience required. Obtain CRS Certification within 2 years of hire.
• Level II: Bachelor's degree plus three (3) years of clinical research experience w/demonstrated proficiency in study planning/development, study coordination/management, and/or data collection required. Obtain CRS Certification within 2 years of hire.
• Level III: Bachelor's degree plus three (3) years of clinical research experience w/demonstrated proficiency in study planning/development, study coordination/management, and/or data collection required. CCRP, CCRC, or equivalent professional certification required at hire. Obtain CRS Certification within 2 years of hire.

Responsibilities

• Organizes for data collection events, including ensuring study-related supplies are ordered.
• Screens potentially eligible participants, coordinates data collection appointments for study visits with participants, prepares data collection packets, conducts enrollment and obtains consent, organizes and conducts data collection events (collection of surveys and biometrics), and delivers and/or transports study-related items to eligible participants as needed.
• Serves as back-up support to regional study sites across the State (i.e., requires travel).
• Maintains and manages project/research databases within established quality control and security protocols.
• Enters data consistently and accurately and ensures quality control.
• Develops and manages study timelines to ensure the individual and collective study goals are met.
• Follows standard operating procedures and provides recommendations for quality improvement to successfully execute research activities.
• Maintains a working knowledge of the Code of Federal Regulations and the code of conduct for human research and adheres to strict regulatory requirements.
• Fosters relationships with patients, study participants and family members, study personnel, site leads, collaborators, local patient and family advisory committee and regional coordinators.
• May collaborate with faith-based organizations, community organizations, and other community leaders and agencies to co-facilitate workshops and conduct outreach and community-based recruitment.
• Participates and contributes to routine staff and organizational meetings.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Additional Information

• Physical Demands: Constant: Hearing, Finger dexterity, including keyboarding, Sitting, Standing, Talking; Frequent: Driving, Walking; Occasional: Crouching, Grasping, Lifting, Reaching, Stooping

Salary Information

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply

• Resume

Optional Documents

Special Instructions to Applicants: Recruitment Contact Information: Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions. All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS Please do not send to listed recruitment contact. Pre-employment Screening Requirements: This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Constant Physical Activity

• Frequent Physical Activity: Occasional Physical Activity:

Benefits Eligible

Yes