Clinical Research Coordinator I Neuroscience Clinical Trials

About the Role

Working under the supervision of the Administrative Director of the CNCT and the Principal Investigator, this position provides assistance on clinical research studies. Responsibilities include recruiting, evaluating, and consenting patients; collecting and organizing patient data; scheduling study visits; performing clinical tests such as phlebotomy and EKGs; maintaining study data; and handling all IRB submissions.

Responsibilities

• Assists with clinical research studies as per study guidelines and protocols.
• Recruit and evaluate potential study patients; conduct telephone interviews or schedule patients for study visits and screening.
• Perform clinical tests such as questionnaires, phlebotomy, EKGs, etc., if certified and as needed.
• Set up lab testing and shipping in the phlebotomy lab.
• Collect data and maintain the patient information database for the study; input data as required.
• Maintain patient records and prepare data for analysis and entry.
• Interact with patients/subjects regarding the study, including patient education, procedural instruction, and follow-up.
• Answer phone calls and inquiries regarding study protocol; refer participants to supervisor or clinical staff when appropriate.
• Serve as a liaison between patient and physician; act as the first point of contact for study communication and advocate for patients.
• Communicate with sponsor companies, CRAs, central labs, and testing facilities, both external and internal.
• Schedule all research meetings with monitors or sponsors.
• Create, distribute, and file all study documents per protocol and update them as needed.
• Prepare study information or packets, including schedules, directions, and reimbursements for participants.
• Conduct staff study training.
• Prepare and submit all IRB documents: applications, amendments, annual reviews, and serious adverse events.
• Oversee study budgets and patient reimbursements.
• Monitor and set up any needed equipment.
• Maintain inventory and order supplies when necessary.
• Maintain all study regulatory documents.
• Perform all research administrative tasks and other duties as assigned.
• Comply with all policies and standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field of study required; relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree.
• 0-1 year of relevant research project work preferred.

Skills

• Careful attention to detail and good organizational skills.
• Ability to follow directions and demonstrate respect and professionalism for subjects' rights and individual needs.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Computer literacy and working knowledge of clinical research protocols.

Additional Details

This is an onsite position located at 15 Francis Street, with scheduled weekly hours of 40.

Pay

$21.00 - $29.01 per hour (Grade 5).