Clinical Research Coordinator

OneOncology, LLC; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Tennessee Oncology invites applications for a Research Coordinator I to support the research team in managing clinical trials under the guidance of a Research Coordinator II.

You will screen subjects, assist with recruitment, maintain consent records, and handle biospecimens while ensuring regulatory compliance and patient safety in a community-based cancer care setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent required
• One year of relevant experience in medical or laboratory settings
• Ability to understand complex clinical trials protocols
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Bilingual English/Spanish a plus

Responsibilities

• Screens potential subjects for eligibility for trials
• Assists with recruitment of subjects for trials
• Maintains informed consent records for the study
• Procures, processes, and ships biospecimens per protocol
• Protects rights, safety, and welfare of patients
• Liaises with departments regarding research protocols and regulatory compliance
• Maintains licensure as applicable
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Clinical trials protocols

Team collaboration

MS Office

Bilingual

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent

1 year of relevant experience

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Tennessee Oncology, one of the nation's largest, community-based cancer care specialists, is home to one of the leading clinical trial networks in the country. Established 1976 in Nashville, Tennessee Oncology's mission remains unchanged: To provide access to high-quality cancer care and the expertise of clinical research for all patients, at convenient locations within their community and close to their home. Our growing network of physicians and locations is based on this mission. Tennessee Oncology is committed to advancing both the science of detection and targeted treatments, and to making these advances available to every patient. We believe caring for cancer patients is a privilege.

Why Join Us?

We are looking for talented and highly-motivated individuals who demonstrate a natural desire to support the meaningful work of community oncologists and the patients we serve.

Job Description:

This position works closely with the research team to learn and assist with a variety of clinical research activities. The Research Coordinator I will assist in the management of subjects on clinical trials and coordinating activities associated with clinical trials under the mentorship and guidance of a Research Coordinator II.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Screens potential subjects for eligibility to prospective/observational trials through a careful review of the patient's past medical history and a review of current findings against inclusion and exclusion criteria specific to a trial


• Assists with recruitment of subjects to prospective/observational trials through a variety of methods


• Maintains informed consents records of each patient for the duration of a study


• Procures, processes, and ships biospecimens per sponsor protocol and regulations


• Protects the rights, safety, and welfare of patients


• Strives to maintain harmonious relationships with clinic personnel, administrative staff, patients, their caregivers, and the public


• Reviews newly activated protocols, amendments, notices, suspensions, and terminations


• Responsible for maintaining current knowledge of the Code of Federal Regulations and International Council for Harmonization Guidelines


• Maintains required certification in Good Clinical Practice, Human Subjects Protections, and biological shipping training


• Serves as a liaison to multiple Tennessee Oncology departments, providers, and other personnel regarding research protocols and regulatory compliance


• Maintains a professional approach respecting the dignity and confidentiality of patients


• Maintains a good attendance record and reports to work on time


• Maintains a professional attitude and appearance


• Maintain Tennessee licensure as applicable


• Performs other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills


• Excellent organization and follow-up skills


• Ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment


• Ability to understand complex clinical trials protocols


• Ability to function in multi-functional teams


• Microsoft Office product knowledge (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)


• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience required


• One year of relevant experience or work in a medical and/or laboratory facility required