Research Coordinator I/II/III - Cancer Center

Cleveland Clinic; Independence (MO); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the Cleveland Clinic Taussig Cancer Institute where more than 250 healthcare professionals provide advanced cancer care and lead clinical trials. As Research Coordinator II, you will enroll patients into clinical trials, conduct study visits and collect questionnaires with important study-related information.

A caregiver in this role works a hybrid schedule from 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., with the option to work onsite two days per week and remotely three days per week.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with 3 years of experience as a Research Coordinator I or similar role.
• OR Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in health care or science with 1 year of experience as a Research Coordinator I or similar role.
• Proficient with word processing, spreadsheets, database and presentation software.
• Understand basic concepts of study design.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the compliant implementation and conduct of human subject research projects.
• Maintain regulatory documents and binders, conduct data management, complete IRB submissions and communicate with the research team.
• Report and complete serious adverse events and/or safety logs.
• Communicate with sponsors, monitors and research personnel to ensure all aspects of study compliance.
• Serve as a liaison between investigators, research personnel and central research administration offices to assist in protocol interpretation, enrollment and safety questions.
• Schedule pre-site selection visits, site initiation visits, webinars, monitoring and close-out visits.
• Plan, conduct and evaluate project protocols and research subject recruitment.
• Monitor and report project status and research data.
• Complete regulatory documents, data capture, monitoring plans and protocol-related activities.
• Assist with preparing and responding to audits and maintaining research tools.

Skills

Computer skills

Study design understanding

Regulatory/documentation experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate/Bachelor’s degree in health care or science

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Databases

Presentation software

Job description

At Cleveland Clinic Health System, we believe in a better future for healthcare. And each of us is responsible for honoring our commitment to excellence, pushing the boundaries and transforming the patient experience, every day.

We all have the power to help, heal and change lives - beginning with our own. That’s the power of the Cleveland Clinic Health System team, and The Power of Every One.

Job Title

Research Coordinator I/II/III - Cancer Center

Location

Independence

Facility

Independence West Creek

Department

Cancer Center Research-Cancer Institute

Job Code

T99498

Shift

Days

Schedule

8:00am-4:30pm

Job Summary

Job Details

Join the Cleveland Clinic Taussig Cancer Institute where more than 250 highly skilled healthcare professionals provide advanced cancer care to thousands of patients each year. This team focuses on a wide variety of services and innovations, including clinical trials and internationally recognized research efforts. Here, you will work with the latest technologies, gain hands‑on experience, receive endless support and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

Groundbreaking research and discoveries happen every day at Cleveland Clinic. Each member of our team contributes to our mission of caring for life, researching health and educating those who serve. As Research Coordinator II, your role is crucial for enrolling patients into clinical trials, conducting study visits and collecting questionnaires with important study‑related information. While the numerous responsibilities can be difficult to juggle at times, your team will encourage you to enhance your skills and improve your ability to identify new avenues of treatment. Come join a culture devoted to pushing the needle forward in healthcare.

A caregiver in this role works a hybrid schedule from 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., with the option to work onsite two days per week and remotely three days per week.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

• Coordinate the compliant implementation and conduct of human subject research projects.
• Maintain regulatory documents and binders, conduct data management, complete IRB submissions and communicate with the research team.
• Report and complete serious adverse events and/or safety logs.
• Communicate with sponsors, monitors and research personnel to ensure all aspects of study compliance.
• Serve as a liaison between investigators, research personnel, outside study personnel and central research administration offices to assist in protocol interpretation, enrollment and safety questions.
• Schedule pre‑site selection visits, site initiation visits, webinars, monitoring and close‑out visits.
• Plan, conduct and evaluate project protocols and research subject recruitment.
• Monitor and report project status and research data.
• Complete regulatory documents, data capture, monitoring plans and protocol‑related activities.
• Assist with preparing and responding to audits and maintaining research tools.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• High School Diploma or GED and three years of experience as a Research Coordinator I or performing the role of a Research Coordinator I
• OR Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in health care or science related and one year of experience as a Research Coordinator I or performing the role of a Research Coordinator I
• Proficient with computer‑based skills such as word processing, spreadsheets, database and presentation software
• Understand basic concepts of study design

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in health care or science related field
• Research experience

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to perform work in a stationary position for extended periods
• Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment
• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information
• In some locations, ability to move up to 25 pounds

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
• May require working irregular hours.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

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