Associate Clinical Research Coordinator - Baptist

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This job evaluates initiates and maintains activities related to the conduct of clinical trials in assigned area(s) of responsibility with the assistance and guidance of departmental staff.

Communicates effectively with external funding agencies and sponsors, other departments, departmental staff and patients to assure the understanding of the requirements of conducting and participating in clinical trials.

Organizes and manages all documentation and regulatory submissions as required by the sponsor of the trial, regulatory agencies, Research division / OHS policy and patient care requirements of Ochsner with the direction and approval of other Research staff.

The Associate Clinical Research Coordinator functions as project manager for clinical trials in assigned area(s) of responsibility

Education

Required -High School diploma or equivalent

Preferred -Bachelor's degree in Science

Preferred -Additional degrees, business training experience and / or certifications may be combined to meet minimum qualifications

Work Experience

Required - 3 years relevant research experience in a clinical setting or Bachelor of Science degree

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information. Must be proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process

Job Duties

• Coordinates and oversees the regulatory processes as they relate to the evaluation, initiation, maintenance, closure and internal and external audit of clinical trials and other research activity.
• Coordinates and oversees patient (study participant) activity as it relates to the conduct of research and clinical trials.
• Develops and maintains all required documentation as it relates to the conduct of assigned clinical trials and associated patient care.
• Conducts daily work and clinical trial activity in accordance with Good Clinical Practice Guidelines.
• Maintains competency in requirements and regulations associated with the conduct of clinical trials and other related research activity.
• Supports department, division, and institutional goals.

Other related duties as required. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills.

Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

Ochsner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Physical and Environmental Demands

The physical essential functions of this job include (but are not limited to) the following : Frequently exerting 10 to 20 pounds of force to move objects;

occasionally exerting up to 100 pounds of force. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for sedentary work.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions .

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