Job Description
Job Description
Description : Position Summary :
The Assistant Study Coordinator position is responsible for providing administrative support to the Study Coordinators. The position will work with the Study team to assist in executing clinical study activities. The Assistant Coordinator is responsible for preparing clinical trial related documents and the execution of tasks performed while ensuring that clinical activities are in compliance with study protocols, GCP and SOPs. This position reports into the Study Management Manager.
Position Responsibilities
Ensure the confidentiality of clinical research volunteers and sponsors
- Maintain and advocate a high level of customer service and quality within the department
- Assist in the maintenance of Clinical Conductor
- Maintain the ERP system including preparing, filing, assisting with updates and archiving study related information
- Prepare, handle, distribute, track and maintain clinical trial related supplies
- Assist with educating study volunteers on study procedures such as diary completion, electronic devices and expected outcomes in a profession and accountable manner following protocol requirements.
- Assist in tracking volunteer visits in Clinical Conductor, rescheduling as needed and update study coordinators in a timely fashion regarding missed visits or compliance issues.
- Perform protocol specific activities including but not limited to medical history, vital signs, electrocardiograms and specimen collection.
- Record adverse events and concomitant medication use and follow-up on open adverse events until through resolution.
- Obtain and document study related events and data in compliance with GCP / SOPs
- Communicate necessary volunteer information in a timely manner to study coordinator / PI on an ongoing basis.
- Assure source documents / charts are prepared for future study visits.
- Proactively communicate issues and or problems to the Senior Study Coordinator
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements :
Experience and Skills :
Excellent communication, interpersonal, analytical and problem-solving skillsMicrosoft Office Suite proficiencyWriting and verbal communication skillsKnowledge of medical terminology and conceptsFamiliarity with electronic case report form systems such as Medidata Rave, Inform, TrialKit,etc.Strong study documentation skills in compliance with ALCOA+Proficient typing and data entry skillsAbility to work effectively with a teamAbility to manage small projects personally and work independentlyMemory to retain information and know where to research answersTime management skillsOrganizational skillsDetail oriented with the ability to perform at a high level of accuracyDemonstrates strong analytical, problem solving skillsSelf motivatedMust be results oriented, multi-tasking, quick learnerRespond to the urgent needs of the team and show a strong track record of meeting deadlinesPhysical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and use hands along with fingers, to handle or feelAbility to lift and / or move up to 20 poundsEducation and Experience :
High school diploma or GED is required; Bachelor’s degree is preferredExperience in a clinical research setting ore related work environment is preferredBasic understanding of regulations governing clinical research (CFR, GCP, HIPAA)Familiarity with or ability to learn clinical trial management system softwareThe above is not an exhaustive list of duties and you will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your changing role within the organization and the overall business objectives of the organization.