Clinical Research Coordinator 1 - Rheumatology

uchicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Chicago's BSD Rheumatology section seeks a Clinical Research Coordinator 1 to support PI-led trials within the Biological Sciences Division. You will coordinate daily trial activities, manage compliance, and assist with financial and personnel aspects.

Responsibilities include screening, enrollment, adverse event reporting, consent documentation, protocol submissions, patient education, site visits, and coordination with sponsors, IRB, and QA teams.

Qualifications

• College or university degree in a related field is required.
• Less than 2 years of related work experience is preferred.
• Clinical research experience or relevant experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all aspects of trials including enrollment and adverse event reports.
• Maintain documentation: informed consent, IRB approvals, CRFs and drug logs.
• Plan patient schedules for procedures and visits.
• Ensure SOPs are implemented per sponsor and regulatory specs.
• Prepare protocol submissions and revisions.
• Educate patients on procedures, visits, and potential side effects.
• Attend site visits with sponsors and study meetings.
• Recruit and interview potential study patients; may handle specimens.

Skills

Clinical Research Coordination

Documentation & Compliance

IRB & Regulatory Knowledge

Data Management

Study Coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

REDCap

OnCore

EPIC

Microsoft Word

Excel

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Department

BSD MED - Rheumatology - Reid Research Staff

About the Department

The Section of Rheumatology has a proud and long tradition of excellence in research-based patient care and clinical discovery. The section is comprised of nationally and internationally known faculty with expertise in all major types of autoimmune diseases including but not limited to: Lupus, Myositis, Systemic Sclerosis, Sarcoidosis, Rheumatology-Reproduction, Cancer Immunotherapy toxicities or Immune-related adverse events, Spondyloarthritis.

Job Summary

The Clinical Research Coordinator 1 provides support to Principal Investigator faculty of the Section of Rheumatology within the Biological Sciences Division under the direction of a departmental or lab research manager. While the Principal Investigator is primarily responsible for the overall design, conduct, and management of the clinical trial, the CRC1 works with the PI, department, sponsor, and institution to support, facilitate and coordinate the daily clinical trial activities and administration of the compliance, financial, personnel and other related aspects of the clinical study.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates all aspects of conducting clinical trials including screening, enrollment, subject follow-up, completion of the case report form, and adverse event reports.
• Coordinates clinical research activities for patients seen within Rheumatology and/or with rheumatic or autoimmune disease diagnoses, including but not limited to: Lupus, Rheumatoid arthritis, Myositis, Scleroderma, Rheumatic toxicities of immunotherapy, etc.
• 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.
• Recruits and interviews 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.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience

• Clinical research experience or relevant experience.

Technical Skills or Knowledge

• Knowledge of medical terminology/environment.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Adobe Acrobat.
• Knowledge of complex documents, such as clinical trials.
• Familiarity with Redcap and Oncore.
• Familiarity with EPIC.

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

40

Drug Test Required

Yes

Health Screen Required

Yes

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required

No

Pay Rate Type

Salary

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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