Clinical Research Coor

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans + supplemental coverage

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Wellness programs

Mother-friendly workplace

Job summary

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator in Amarillo to oversee daily operations of clinical trials in assigned departments. The role includes supervising staff, ensuring data integrity, coordinating IRB submissions, and training new employees.

The position requires healthcare-related training or a related bachelor's degree, plus certification in clinical research or the ability to obtain within two years. Travel is expected as needed.

Qualifications

• Healthcare-related education with licensure or a related Bachelor's degree.
• Certification: CCRP or CCR-C or ability to obtain clinical research certification within 2 years.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily operations of clinical research studies in assigned departments.
• Develop and maintain relationships with faculty and manufacturers involved in clinical trials.
• Facilitate IRB submissions and ongoing communications via Cayuse system.
• Recruit and enroll human subjects while protecting rights and safety.
• Assist with study budgeting and development of research protocols.
• Provide education and training to staff and volunteers as needed.
• Maintain study files and data quality and integrity.

Skills

Relationship building

IRB coordination

Recruitment

Budget management

Training & supervision

Data management

Education

Bachelor's degree in life sciences

Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP)

Tools

Cayuse IRB

Job description

Position Description

Coordinates daily operations of clinical research studies in assigned department(s). This includes but is not limited to overall clinic conduct, marketing, and data management of all clinical research activities in assigned department(s). Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities may include training new employees; assisting with planning, assigning, and directing work; addressing complaints and resolving problems. The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals and dangerous bodily fluids. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Approximately 5-15% travel (often long-distance) is required.

Position Description

Coordinates daily operations of clinical research studies in assigned department(s). This includes but is not limited to overall clinic conduct, marketing, and data management of all clinical research activities in assigned department(s). Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities may include training new employees; assisting with planning, assigning, and directing work; addressing complaints and resolving problems. The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals and dangerous bodily fluids. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Approximately 5-15% travel (often long-distance) is required.

Major/Essential Functions

• Develop and maintain relationships with faculty members interested in or currently conducting clinical research.
• Develop and maintain relationships with assigned pharmaceutical, medical device, and other medical manufacturers considering clinical trials.
• Actively market the Clinical Research Institute.
• Facilitate IRB application and submission via Cayuse system.
• Facilitate ongoing and timely communication with the IRB via Cayuse system.
• Recruit and enroll human subject while protecting subjects and subjects’ rights.
• Maintain Study files/documents on all assigned studies.
• Facilitates data quality and integrity.
• Assist with development and management of research study budget.
• Assist faculty/staff with development of research protocols.
• Assist with clinical research education and training of volunteers, students, new employees.
• Attend affiliated clinical research meetings and professional meetings where research and compliance training may occur.
• Maintain IATA training/certification.
• Maintain required institutional training to be able to participate in Clinical Research activities (i.e. CITI and HIPAA research training).
• Facilitates data quality and integrity.
• Participate in the Clinical Research call schedule rotation as needed.
• Obtain and maintain appropriate credentialing approval from University Medical Center Medical Staff office.

Required Qualifications

Healthcare related training with current licensure/certification in their field OR Bachelor's degree from an accredited university with a major in the area of research being conducted. Certification: Certified Clinical Research Professional as defined by The Society of Clinical Research Associates or Certified Clinical Research Coordinator as defined by the Association of Clinical Research Professionals OR Ability to obtain certification as a Clinical Research Professional/Coordinator within two years from date of hire or upon eligibility.

Preferred Qualifications

• Healthcare related training with current licensure
• Bachelors degree in related sciences

Required Attachments

Professional License or Certification, Resume / CV

Benefits

TTUHSC is committed to creating an environment where our team members can do their best work, with programs and benefits to support head-to-toe well-being. Explore just a few of the advantages of being a TTUHSC team member:

• Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options - Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full-time team members
• Paid Time Off - Including holidays, vacation, sick leave and more
• Retirement Plans
• Wellness Programs
• Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace

Additionally, TTUHSC invests in the success of our team members by providing opportunities for personal and professional growth, including lifelong learning programs, recognition programs, and health and wellness initiatives. Team members also enjoy a variety of other perks, such as special membership rates at local gyms and golf courses, access to state-of-the-art software and facilities, and discounts on travel, technology, entertainment and more.

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website at https://app4.ttuhsc.edu/payplan.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.