Clinical Research Coordinator - Oncology

Position Summary

The Clinical Research Coordinator performs daily clinical research activities in accordance with approved protocols administered by the Clinical Trials Office (CTO) within the Comprehensive Cancer Center at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center.

Responsibilities

• Assist with assessing patient records to identify patients who are eligible to participate in specified clinical research protocols
• Recruit, interview and enroll patients
• Obtain informed consent and ensure consent process is administered in compliance with regulatory and sponsor requirements
• Educate patients and families of purpose, goals, and processes of clinical study
• Clock scheduling and follow-through of patient care appointments, procedures, & other diagnostic testing in accordance with the study protocol
• Assist with monitoring patients for adverse reactions to study treatment, procedure, or medication and notifies appropriate clinical professionals to evaluate patient response, identify the status of complications, & provide the appropriate level of care
• Document unfavorable responses and notify research sponsors & applicable regulatory agencies
• Aid in collecting, extracting, coding, and analyzing clinical research data
• Support activities to ensure compliance with all Institutional Review Boards (IRB), FDA (Federal Drug Administration), federal, state, and industry sponsor regulations
• Aid in coordinating and preparing for external quality assurance and control reviews by IRB, federal or industry sponsors
• Participate in activities to develop new research protocols and contributes to the establishment of study goals to meet protocol requirements

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in biological sciences, health sciences, social sciences, or other related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• One year of experience in a clinical research capacity (human subjects) is required;
• Knowledge of medical terminology desired;
• Clinical research certification from an accredited certifying agency desired;
• Computer skills required with experience using Microsoft Office Software applications desired;
• Must be able to effectively communicate, both face-to-face and in writing, with clinical staff, research participants, and outside collaborators.

Additional Information

The university will not sponsor work visas for this position.

The OSUCCC – James is the only cancer program in the United States that features a National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated comprehensive cancer center aligned with a nationally ranked academic medical center and a freestanding cancer hospital on the campus of one of the nation’s largest public universities.

This is a full-time position with a first shift schedule, offering an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in clinical research and build a strong foundation for long-term career growth in the field. The Clinical Trials Office is committed to supporting professional development, including guidance and resources for employees interested in pursuing SoCRA or ACRP certification. Team members also have opportunities to explore career advancement within clinical research operations and regulatory affairs.

Additionally, The Ohio State University offers a Master of Clinical Research degree program through the College of Nursing - a valuable option for those looking to deepen their expertise. With OSU’s generous, fully paid tuition assistance program, this combination provides a compelling pathway for career and academic growth.

Lastly, the Clinical Trials Office offers staff the opportunity to apply and participate in the OSUCCC Professional Clinical Research Training Academy once a year. The Academy is a year-long program designed to expand knowledge and career potential in clinical research.