Clinical Research Coordinator - Cancer

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator to support cancer-focused clinical studies led by Dr. Belcher in the CREST at James Cancer Center/Solove Research Institute.

The role involves coordinating study activities, data collection, and regulatory tasks across OSU research sites. Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in biological/health sciences with at least 1 year of clinical research experience, and prefer familiarity with REDCap, EMR, and GCP.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biological, health, social sciences or related field.
• At least 1 year of clinical research experience conducting studies.

Responsibilities

• Supports implementation and conduct of clinical research studies.
• Assists with participant recruitment, enrollment, scheduling, and retention activities.
• Collects, enters, and maintains research data and study documentation.
• Performs chart reviews, data abstraction, and study procedures per protocol.
• Maintains regulatory files, participant records, and study tracking systems.
• Communicates with participants, investigators and study team members to support activities.
• Assists with study start-up, regulatory, and administrative tasks.
• Performs other research-related duties as assigned.
• Travels to OSU research sites to conduct activities.

Skills

Clinical research

Data collection

REDCap familiarity

EMR familiarity

GCP knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biological/Health/Social Sciences

Tools

REDCap

EMR systems

Good Clinical Practice (GCP)

Job description

Position Summary

We are seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) to support clinical research studies led by Dr. Sarah Belcher in the College of Nursing with a primary focus on understanding and improving health outcomes among patients with cancer. Dr. Belcher is core faculty within the Center for Research Excellence in Supportive Care (CREST) at the James Cancer Center/Solove Research Institute.

Key Responsibilities

• Supports the implementation and conduct of clinical research studies.
• Assists with participant recruitment, enrollment, scheduling, and retention activities.
• Collects, enters, and maintains research data and study documentation.
• Performs chart reviews, data abstraction, and study-related procedures according to protocol.
• Maintains regulatory files, participant records, and study tracking systems.
• Communicates with participants, investigators, and study team members to support study activities.
• Assists with study start-up, regulatory, and administrative activities.
• Performs other research-related duties as assigned.
• Travels to all research sites within the OSU campus to conduct research activities.

Minimum Education Required

Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Sciences, Health Sciences, Social Sciences or other medical field, or equivalent combination of education experience required. 1 year experience in a clinical research capacity conducting clinical research studies required.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in biological or social sciences or an equivalent combination of education and experience required; 3-5 years experience in a clinical research capacity conducting clinical research studies required. Experience working with patients with cancer, cancer survivors, or supportive care populations preferred. Familiarity with REDCap, electronic medical records, and research data collection preferred. Knowledge of medical terminology and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines is beneficial. Clinical research certification (ACRP or SoCRA) strongly desired.

Ability to travel to various research sites either by vehicle, OSU shittle, or public transportation.

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.

Thank you for your interest in working at Ohio State.