Clinical Research Coordinator 1 - Hematology/Oncology

Pre-Doctoral in Economics Program (PREP); Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Chicago is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator 1 to support the Hematology/Oncology Section in the Biological Sciences Division. The role involves coordinating multi-site national trials, coordinating patient procedures, and ensuring compliance with SOPs and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities include maintaining documentation, educating patients, and coordinating site visits. Requires a college degree and up to 2 years of related experience; Bachelor’s degree

Qualifications

• Minimum college or university degree in a related field.
• Knowledge and skills developed through < 2 years of related work experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all aspects of clinical trials including screening, enrollment, follow-up, CRF completion, and adverse event reports.
• Maintain accurate documentation of signed informed consent, IRB approvals, source documents, CRFs, drug dispensing logs, and study communications.
• Plan and coordinate patient schedules for study procedures, visits, and treatment schedules.
• Ensure SOPs are implemented and documented per sponsor, PI, and regulatory specifications.
• Prepare and maintain protocol submissions and revisions.
• Educate patients about study procedures, visit schedules, reporting timelines, and potential side effects.
• Perform assessments at visits and monitor for adverse events.
• Organize and attend site visits from sponsors and other study meetings.

Skills

Medical terminology

MS Word

Adobe Acrobat

Education

College degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Department

BSD MED - Hematology and Oncology - Clinical Research Administration

About the Department

The Section of Hematology/Oncology has a proud and long tradition of excellence in research-based patient care and clinical discovery. Ranked among the finest cancer programs in the country, the Section is comprised of nationally and internationally known faculty with expertise in all major types of malignancies, blood disorders, and experimental therapies.

Job Summary

The Clinical Research Coordinator 1 provides support to the faculty of the Section of Hematology/Oncology within the Biological Sciences Division. The CRC1 will be involved in multiple research trials types, specifically multi-centered cooperative group and intergroup studies at a national level, multi-institutional pharmaceutical trials, and multi-centered trials designed, implemented and coordinated in the Section.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates all aspects of conducting clinical trials including screening, enrollment, subject follow-up, completion of the case report form, and adverse event reports.
• Maintains accurate and complete documentation of signed informed consent, relevant IRB approvals, source documentation, case report forms (CRF’s), drug dispensing logs, and study related communication.
• Plans and coordinates patient schedule for study procedures, return visits, and study treatment schedules.
• Ensures standard operating procedures (SOP) are implemented and documented in accordance to study sponsor, primary investigator, and regulatory agency specifications.
• Prepares and maintains protocol submissions and revisions.
• Educates patients about study procedures to be performed, visit schedule, what to report between and during visits, and potential side effects.
• Performs assessments at visits and monitors for adverse events.
• Organizes and attends site visits from sponsors and other relevant study meetings.
• May recruit and interview potential study patients. May obtain, possess, and transport specimens to appropriate laboratory according to established aseptic techniques.
• Coordinates and may participate in quality assurance reviews conducted by study sponsors, federal agencies, or specially designated review groups.
• Analyzes study-related documentation, such as protocol worksheets, procedural manuals, adverse event reports, institutional review board documents, or progress reports.
• Accountable for all tasks in basic clinical studies.
• Uses knowledge of clinical studies to coordinate the collection of analyzable clinical research data and/or samples.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.

Work Experience:

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through < 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Certifications:

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Preferred Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree.

Technical Skills or Knowledge:

• Knowledge of medical terminology/environment.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Adobe Acrobat.
• Understand complex documents, such as clinical trials.

Preferred Competencies

• Interact and communicate with clarity, tact, and courtesy with patrons, patients, staff, faculty, students, and others.
• Communicate with tact and diplomacy.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Strong communication skills, verbal and written.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong data management skills and attention to detail.
• Handle competing demands with diplomacy and enthusiasm.
• Absorb large amounts of information quickly.
• Adapt to changing working situations and work assignments.

Application Documents

• Resume/CV (required)
• Cover Letter (required)

Job Family

Research

Role Impact

Individual Contributor

Scheduled Weekly Hours

37.5

Drug Test Required

Yes

Health Screen Required

Yes

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required

No

Pay Rate Type

Salary

FLSA Status

Exempt

Pay Range

$50,000.00 - $65,000.00

The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.

Benefits Eligible

Yes

The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in Benefits Guidebook.

Posting Statement

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