Clinical Research Coordinator III - School of Medicine, Biomedical Engineering

Emory University; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Emory University in Atlanta seeks an experienced clinical research professional to manage major aspects of trials, oversee data management, and train staff. This role is primarily in-person at an Emory location, with possible remote work days subject to department discretion.

The position requires strong regulatory knowledge, ability to coordinate with sponsors and IRBs, and may include phlebotomy responsibilities. A relevant degree and hands-on clinical research experience are expected.

Qualifications

• Clinical research experience required, with relevant credentialing considered.
• Advanced degrees or CRA/CRC certification preferred.
• Experience coordinating multi-site clinical trials and data management.

Responsibilities

• Manage significant aspects of clinical trials or multiple small trials.
• Train and guide less experienced staff.
• Oversee data management for research projects.
• Interface with participants and resolve protocol issues.
• Authorize purchases for supplies and equipment maintenance.
• Promote/recruit research participants and retain them long-term.
• Audit operations for regulatory compliance and drive corrective actions.
• Monitor IRB submissions and respond to requests.
• Interface with sponsors, monitors and report SAEs.
• Contribute to policy/process improvements.
• Assist in developing grant proposals and protocols.
• May perform phlebotomy or specimen collection with credentialing.
• May perform supervisory duties.
• Perform related approved responsibilities.

Job description

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Description

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Independently manages significant and key aspects of a large clinical trial or all aspects of one or more small trials, or research projects.
• Trains and provides guidance to less experienced staff.
• Oversees data management for research projects.
• Interfaces with research participants and resolves issues related to study protocols.
• Authorizes purchases for supplies and equipment maintenance.
• Determines effective strategies for promoting/recruiting research participants and retaining participants in long term clinical trials.
• Periodically audits operations including laboratory procedures to ensure compliance with applicable regulations; provides leadership in identifying and implementing corrective actions/processes.
• Monitors IRB submissions and responds to requests and questions.
• Interfaces with study sponsors, monitors and reports SAEs; resolves study queries.
• Provides leadership in determining, recommending, and implementing improvements to policies/processes.
• Assists in developing grant proposals and protocols.
• With appropriate credentialing and training may perform phlebotomy, specimens collection or diagnostics.
• May perform some supervisory duties.
• Performs related approved responsibilities as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED and seven years of clinical research experience.
• Or two years of college in a scientific, health related or business administration program and five years of clinical research experience
• Or licensed as a Practical Nurse (LPN) and four years of clinical research experience
• Or bachelor's degree in a scientific, health related or business administration program and three years clinical research experience
• Or master's degree, MD or PhD in a scientific, health related or business administration program and one year of clinical research experience Certified Research Administrator (CRA) or Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) preferred.

This position is intended to support clinical research and all clinical training requirements must be tracked and monitored through Emory Healthcare under the credentialing category of Clinical Researcher.

NOTE: Position tasks are generally required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location. Remote work from home day options may be granted at department discretion. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: [phone] (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). Emory University is committed to ensuring equal access and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to seek a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at [e-mail] or call 404-727-9877 (Voice) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). We kindly ask that requests be made at least seven business days in advance to allow adequate time for coordination.