Clinical Research Data Coordinator - Cancer Center Clinical Trials Office

Location: Chicago, IL USA

Budgeted salary range: $55,000 to $65,000. Final salary offered will be determined by market data, internal equity, candidate experience, and budget constraints.

About the University of Illinois Chicago

UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university.

About the role

This position is responsible for the collection, coordination, processing and quality control of clinical trial data, including pre- and post-research activities both internal and external to the clinical setting. Responsible for implementation and conducting data management and compliance of multiple research projects. Oversees and participates in subject screening, testing, data management, and specimen processing for multi-faceted investigations.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with clinical and regulatory coordinators to document and report study patient enrollment, treatment, and follow-up into sponsor’s database, including protocol adherence, adverse events, and treatment outcomes.
• Review and synthesize information from medical records (clinic notes, pathology reports, radiology reports, patient questionnaires, etc.) to extract industry, cooperative, and investigator-initiated trial data as specified by research protocol.
• Prepare documents and coordinate the study team, including principal investigators and pharmacists, for internal and/or external compliance monitor review/audit.
• Participate in the review/audit process to ensure oncologic clinical trials can be conducted at UIC.
• Handle, process, and ship specimens (blood, bone marrow, tumor tissue, etc.) per study guidelines and safety regulations.
• Manage stock of study kits and other relevant research supplies.
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Requirements

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in science or a related field.
• At least one year of experience in a research discipline in a healthcare-related field.
• IRB and IATA certification preferred or must be completed within 90 days of employment.
• Experience with electronic medical records and conduct of clinical hematology and oncology research studies is a plus.
• Knowledge of fundamental research concepts and methodology, practices, and procedures of research methods.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid time off
• Tuition waivers for employees and dependents