Clinical Research Program Coordinator

Responsibilities

• Aids Principal Investigators in the development, design, and data management of new studies and forms.
• Assists in tabulating and reviewing data results for publication and reporting.
• Assists in developing protocols, intervention plans, and subject recruitment.
• Participates in interviewing, selecting, and evaluating subordinate research staff.
• Provides training and orientation to project staff and monitors adherence to procedures/protocols.
• Coordinates work schedules and ensures optimal patient participation rates, accurate data collection, and timely follow-up.
• Provides input into the development of performance evaluations for non-clinical aspects of staff assigned to projects.
• Recommends corrective action as necessary.
• Organizes and implements the protocol of the project, performing related activities such as:
• Reviewing records
• Identifying patients meeting eligibility criteria
• Establishing and maintaining research records for study participants
• Reviewing medical records to abstract information
• Administering standardized tests
• Entering data into a computerized database
• Aids research investigators in budgeting and managing financial accounts according to hospital and sponsor guidelines.
• Solves problems and monitors monthly expense reports for accuracy and compliance with budget.
• Addresses variances as needed to meet grant budgets.
• Prepares special analyses as required.
• Coordinates all required submissions related to the protocol, physicians, and procedures to the protocol office – regulatory affairs.
• Coordinates collaborative work with other investigators and/or sites.
• Coordinates audits and on-site visits by pharmaceutical companies and other appropriate groups.
• Maintains quality assurance, safety, environmental, and infection control in accordance with hospital department policies and objectives.
• Coordinates and/or conducts annual training in these areas.
• May require outside travel to evaluate sites or for other grant-related reasons.
• Maintains and enhances professional expertise through educational opportunities and review of pertinent literature.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field preferred.
• Experience equivalent to a Master’s Degree may be considered.
• Excellent computer skills and familiarity with statistics.
• Valid driver’s license may be required for travel outside the hospital.

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