Clinical Research Coordinator II - Hematology/Oncology

uchicago; Chicago (IL); Presencial; USD 60 000 - 75 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

The University of Chicago is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator II (CRC2) to partner with the principal investigator and support daily clinical trial activities under supervision of a research manager. You will coordinate startup through closeout, recruit and consent participants, and manage data and regulatory documentation.

Minimum qualifications include a college degree and 2–5 years of related experience.

Qualificações

• College or university degree in a related field.
• 2–5 years of related work experience.

Responsabilidades

• Coordinate startup through closeout of clinical trials, including recruitment and informed consent.
• Collect and manage data, prepare CRFs and reports, ensure protocol adherence.

Conhecimentos

Clinical research coordination

Regulatory compliance

Data management

Participant recruitment

Communication skills

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree or higher in related field

Ferramentas

IRB submissions

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Department

BSD MED - Hematology and Oncology - Clinical Research Staff - Cluster 9

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 II (CRC2) is a specialized researcher partnering with the clinical Principal Investigator (PI) and 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 CRC2 supports, facilitates and coordinates independently the daily clinical trial activities and plays a critical role in the conduct of the study. By performing these duties with limited supervision and/or guidance, the CRC2 works with the PI, department, sponsor, and institution to support and provide guidance on the administration of the compliance, financial, personnel and other related aspects of the clinical study.

Responsibilities

• Manages all aspects of conducting clinical trials including screening, enrollment, subject follow-up, completion of the case report form, and adverse event reports.
• Recruits and interviews potential study patients with guidance from PI and other clinical research staff.
• Collects, processes, ships and stores specimens to appropriate laboratory according to established aseptic techniques.
• Identifies and explains the responsibilities of principal investigators, research team members, sponsors, contract research organizations (CROs), and regulatory authorities related to the conduct of a clinical trial.
• Coordinates the conduct of the study from startup through closeout including recruitment and screening of study subjects, obtaining informed consent, collecting research data, and ensuring protocol adherence.
• Plans and coordinates patient schedule for study procedures, return visits, and study treatment schedules.
• Educates patients about study procedures to be performed, visit schedule, what to report between and during visits, and the risks and benefits of the procedures.
• Performs assessments at visits and monitors for adverse events.
• Organizes and attends site visits from sponsors and other relevant study meetings.
• Protects patients' and data confidentiality by ensuring security of research data and personal health information and compliance with federal regulations and sponsor protocols.
• Ensures standard operating procedures (SOP) are implemented and documented in accordance to study sponsor, primary investigator, and regulatory agency specifications.
• Maintains accurate and complete records which may include, but are not limited to, signed informed consent, relevant IRB approvals, source documentation, case report forms (CRF's), drug dispensing logs, and study related communication.
• Understands the IRB submission and review process, and when and how to apply for IRB review, including facilitation of study initiation through meticulous and timely preparation of IRB submissions independently.
• Ensures compliance with federal regulations and institutional policies.
• May prepare and maintain protocol submissions and revisions.
• Assists in the training of new or backup coordinators.
• Analyzes, facilitates and participates in the daily activities of multiple moderately complex clinical trials and performs all aspects of clinical data management, including patient data retrieval, referring MD office records, preparing clinical research charts, and participation in program audits.
• Solves a range of straightforward problems relating to the administration of the compliance, financial and other related aspects of a clinical study.
• Accountable for all tasks in moderately complex clinical studies.
• Facilitates and participates in the daily activities of moderately complex clinical studies and performs various activities including patient data retrieval, documenting clinical research records, and participation in program audits.
• 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 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Certifications:

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Preferred Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelors degree.

Experience:

• Clinical research experience or relevant experience.
• Background coordinating multiple studies, including investigator initiated, industry sponsored, and multi-site trials.

Technical Skills or Knowledge:

• Comprehend technical documents.

Preferred Competencies

• Communicate in writing.
• Communicate orally.
• Condense complicated issues to simple summaries that can be understood by a variety of constituents.
• Create and deliver presentations.
• Develop and manage interpersonal relationships.
• Exercise absolute discretion regarding confidential matters.
• Follow written and/or verbal instructions.
• Give directions.
• Handle sensitive matters with tact and discretion.
• Handle stressful situations.
• Learn and develop skills.
• Maintain a high level of alertness.
• Pay attention to detail.
• Perform multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Prioritize work and meet deadlines.
• React effectively, quickly, calmly, and rationally during conflicts and emergencies.
• Train or teach others.
• Work effectively and collegially with little supervision or as member of a team.
• Work independently.

Working Conditions

• Aware of safety hazards and take appropriate precautions.

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

$60,000.00 - $75,000.00

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 the Benefits Guidebook.

Posting Statement

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