Clinical Research Coordinator I - School of Nursing

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Description

The Clinical Research Coordinator handles or assists with the administrative activities generally associated with the conduct of clinical trials.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Maintains data pertaining to research projects, completes source documents / case report forms, and performs data entry.
• Assists with patient recruitment.
• Attends study meetings.
• Orders and maintains equipment and supplies.
• Reviews medical records and / or conducts screenings for recruitment of study participants, performs interviews and QOL questionnaires.
• Collects study specimen according to protocol which may include phlebotomy, processing, and preparation for shipping.
• Coordinates services, schedules procedures, creates and maintains case packages, and monitors charges.
• Assists with quality assurance and tracks regulatory submissions.
• Performs related approved responsibilities as required.

ADDITIONAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES :

The Clinical Research Coordinator handles or assists with the administrative activities generally associated with the conduct of clinical trials and mixed methods research specific to LGBTQ+ populations.

1. Study Coordination : Oversee the day-to-day operations of research projects related to LGBTQ+ health. Collaborate with the research team to ensure all aspects of the studies are executed efficiently and in compliance with relevant protocols, regulations, and ethical guidelines.

2. Participant Recruitment and Enrollment : Identify and screen potential study participants, providing them with detailed information about the research study.

Obtain informed consent from eligible individuals and coordinate their enrollment into the studies.

3. Data Collection and Management : Implement data collection procedures, including qualitative interviewing and researcher assisted surveys, among others.

Ensure accurate and timely data entry into electronic databases while maintaining data integrity and confidentiality.

4. Regulatory Compliance : Assist in obtaining necessary approvals from investigational review boards and ensure documentation is up-to-date and complete throughout the course of the research projects.

5. Clinical Monitoring : Monitor participants' progress throughout the trials, and promptly report any adverse events or deviations from the study protocols to the principal investigator and relevant authorities.

6. Collaboration and Communication : Foster effective communication among the research team, healthcare providers, study sponsors, and other stakeholders.

Coordinate study-related meetings and maintain documentation of discussions and decisions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

• High School Diploma or GED and three years of administrative support experience.
• Or two years of college in a scientific, health related, or business administration program and one year of admin support or customer service experience.
• Or be a licensed as a practical nurse (LPN) and one year admin support or one year of licensed practical nursing experience.
• Or a Bachelor's degree, Master's degree, MD or PhD in a scientific, health related or business administration program.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

• LGBTQ+ community members, advocates, and allies are highly encouraged to apply.
• One or more years of clinical research experience Certified Research Administrator (CRA) or Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) preferred.
• Candidates with Master's degree, MD or PhD in a scientific, health related or business administration fields with or without research experience will be considered.

This position is intended to support clinical research and all clinical training requirements must be tracked and monitored through Emory Healthcare under the credentialing category of Clinical Researcher.

NOTE : This role will be granted the opportunity to work from home regularly but must be able to commute to Emory University on a flexible weekly schedule based upon business needs.

Schedule is based on agreed upon guidelines of department. This role requires residency in the state of GA. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.

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