Clinical Research Coordinator I - Nephrology

About the role

The Transplant Nephrology Section is looking for a third full-time Research Coordinator (Level 1 or 2). The Coordinator does not have to be an RN. International MDs are welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

• Supports, facilitates and coordinates clinical trial activities and plays an important role in the conduct of a study
• Coordinates with PI, institution, department and corresponding offices to ensure that study-related activities are in compliance with federal and university policies and procedures
• Coordinates and facilitates monitoring and audit visits and notifies all appropriate personnel/offices
• Aids the PI in study feasibility, qualification, selection and initiation visits to ensure proper conduction of such study-related events
• Conducts and/or participates in discussing and consenting patients, and ensures that all questions and concerns related to study participation are answered appropriately
• Screens participants for eligibility and coordinates with study visits, ensuring that all visits are entered in the billing matrix and OnCore and study EDC
• Maintains inventory of supplies and ensures that all study kits/equipment are up-to-date, and that expired kits/supplies are properly disposed based on the university’s policies and guidelines
• Ensures complete study documentation and maintenance of files, and are in accordance with WashU, IRB, study sponsor policies and guidelines
• Collaborates and communicates between sponsor, IRB, and PI accordingly especially in matters pertaining to study participants and their safety
• Aids in study closeout and ensures that documents follow university and study requirements for working conditions

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education
• Basic Life Support certification (Online BLS certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the BLS requirements)

Qualifications

• No specific work experience is required for this position
• Skills: Clinical Research, Clinical Study Protocols, Communication, Computer Systems, Interpersonal Communication, Organizing, Research Support

Benefits

Personal: Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness: Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family: We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.