Clinical Research Coordinator 621500

Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 52,500 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Paid annual and holiday leave

Generous tuition benefits

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator in Richmond, VA. This role supports the Child and Adolescent Division within the Department of Psychiatry, managing grants and coordinating research activities.

The ideal candidate will have strong clinical research management knowledge and significant interpersonal skills, coupled with a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field. The position offers a competitive salary with a range of $52,500 to $55,000, and fully onsite work arrangement.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of clinical research management including regulatory and data management.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills required.
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Conducts and oversees grants and coordinates research activities.
• Participates in project planning and development of research protocols.
• Maintains current CITI credentials for Human Subjects Protections.

Skills

Clinical research management

Regulatory knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office

Data management

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Work or related field

Tools

SPSS

REDCap

EPIC

Job description

Unit: School Of Medicine

Department: Psychiatry

Clinical Research Coordinator

Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Medicine is a premier academic medical center located in the heart of Richmond. Accounting for almost half of VCU’s sponsored research, the School of Medicine is internationally recognized for patient care and education. This position supports the Child and Adolescent Division within the Department of Psychiatry.

Position Responsibilities

• Under direction of PI, conducts and oversees grants and coordinates research activities by preparing human assurance protocols, informed consent documents, and other research related papers
• Under direction of PI, oversees grant development by performing data collection and entry in compliance with HIPAA, GCP’s and sponsor required guidelines
• Participates in project planning and development of research protocols while ensuring adherence to accepted scientific research principles and compliance with relevant federal guidelines
• Conduct all assigned activities in compliance with national, local, & institutional guidelines, according to all HIPAA, GCP and other applicable requirements
• Coordinates new study activation requirements, screens/enrolls participants, regulatory and compliance requirements, maintains appropriate study documentation/records, and manages study data
• Conducts clinical research activities as authorized by the Principal Investigator’s documented Delegation of Authority and Training Logs
• Maintains current CITI credentials for Human Subjects Protections, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), plus additional sponsor GCP certifications as required
• Understands, adheres to, and assists in developing/submitting IRB requirements, Human Subjects protection regulations, and all aspects of IRB approved protocols
• Provides analytical writing and training support for projects
• Coordinates and researches scientific literature, evaluates, and summarizes findings, and assists PI in developing techniques based on findings
• Performs all other research duties as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of clinical research management including regulatory, human subjects’ protection, study conduct, and data management requirements
• Extensive knowledge of ethical research issues and research protocols and guidelines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
• Strong interpersonal skills such as establishing rapport, maintaining participant motivation, empathic responding, ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team, and ability to use clinical judgment in (rare) emergency situations
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and SPSS or comparable programs
• Self‑motivated, able to work independently, familiar with research regulations
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply complex regulations, policies, and requirements for each study assigned
• Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from various backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Work or related field
• Work experience in an academic medical center/university
• Familiarity with EPIC
• Phlebotomy Certification
• Experience conducting research in pediatric or adolescent populations
• Experience administering surveys in REDCap
• Experience conducting mental health surveys with adults and youth
• Experience with fNIRS
• Computational Skills

Salary Range

$52,500-55,000

Benefits

All full‑time university staff are eligible for VCU’s robust benefits package that includes comprehensive health benefits, paid annual and holiday leave, generous tuition benefits, retirement planning and savings options, tax‑deferred annuity and cash match programs, employee discounts, well‑being resources, abundant opportunities for career development and advancement, and more.

Hours per Week: 40

FLSA Exemption Status: Exempt

Flexible Work Arrangement: Fully Onsite