Tissue Bank Coordinator (Open Rank, Entry to Senior)

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental plans

Disability insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Vacation days

Sick days

Holiday days

Tuition benefit

ECO Pass

Job summary

The Tissue Bank Coordinator at University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus performs clinical research tasks related to patient-oriented studies, including recruitment, consent, data capture, and coordination across clinical teams. Open Rank, from Entry to Senior, with onsite work and potential flexible arrangements after six months based on performance.

This role supports hematology research within the Blood Cancer Program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; substitution allowed with related experience on a year-for-year basis.
• One year clinical research or related experience for higher levels; more for senior.
• Knowledge of human anatomy, physiology and medical terminology.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally.

Responsibilities

• Screen and enroll prospective subjects, review inclusion/exclusion criteria.
• Obtain informed consent and document it properly.
• Coordinate scheduling and resources for studies (physician, nurse, lab, imaging).
• Record data on CRFs and in trial databases accurately.
• Report adverse events to PI, sponsor and regulatory bodies.
• Maintain age-appropriate care and participate in DSMC audits.
• Assist with study monitoring visits and sponsor communications.

Skills

Communication skills

Educate and inform subjects

Organizational skills

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

EMR/EHR systems

Job description

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Department of Medicine (DOM) – Division of Hematology

Job Title: Tissue Bank Coordinator (Open Rank, Entry to Senior)

Position #: 00844432 – Requisition #: 38769

Job Summary:

The Tissue Bank Coordinator is a Clinical Science Professionalposition that performs clinical research related functions whichmay include patient-oriented research or research conducted withhuman subjects. Patient-oriented research includes mechanisms ofhuman disease, therapeutic interventions, clinical trials, ordevelopment of new technologies. Clinical Science Professionals mayalso assist with epidemiologic and behavioral studies and/oroutcomes research and health services research.

Key Responsibilities:

• Obtain medical history and current medication information,reviews protocol inclusion/exclusion criteria, and confirmseligibility of subject.
• Ensure that the informed consent process has occurred, isproperly documented and filed as required.
• Interview prospective subjects for a variety of clinicalstudies. Educate potential subjects on the details of the studythrough phone contacts and personal interviews.
• Schedule subject participation in research clinical trial,coordinating availability of necessary space, and clinical support(e.g., physician, nurse practitioner, laboratory, radiology,pharmacy) .
• Maintain familiarity of all records required for each study,and reviews records after each visit for completeness andaccuracy.
• Abstract and record all patient data essential to the studyonto required Case Report Forms (CRFs) and into the Clinical Trialsdatabase, as needed, in an accurate and timely fashion. Maintainpatient clinical research files.
• Report adverse events and serious events to appropriateparties, e.g. Principal Investigator, Study Sponsor, FDA, Data andSafety Monitoring Committee (DSMC), Regulatory AffairsCoordinator.
• Serve as a contact person for ongoing clinical researchstudies. Schedules monitoring visits and meets with representativesfrom sponsoring pharmaceutical firms or in-house staff for initialorientation to studies and for review of study records.
• Implement care and services that recognize age-specific needsand issues for customers served.
• Participate in DSMC audits.
• Collaborate with hospital staff to ensure tests and proceduresrequired by clinical protocols are performed and documented. Theseinclude, but are not limited to vital signs, phlebotomy, specimenprocessing, EKG's, drug administration, and protocol specific testsand procedures.
• May be called upon to perform the following specific tests andprocedures: a) blood pressure, pulse, height, weight, andtemperature measurements, b) specimen processing andshipping.

Work Location:

Onsite – this role is in person, with flexibility options offeredbased on performance after 6 months on the job.

Why Join Us:

Investigators in the Division of Hematology's Blood Cancer Programare actively engaged in multiple research activities aimed atimproving outcomes for patients with blood cancers and relateddisorders. These studies are wide-ranging and involve extensivecollaboration between laboratory scientists and physicians. Ourwork is funded by the National Cancer Institute (NCI), the AmericanCancer Society (ACS), the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (LLS), andnumerous other foundations and industry sources.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday,vacation, and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers anexcellent benefits package including:

• Medical: Multiple plan options
• Dental: Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your grosspay
• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 10/year
• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Entry Level:

• Bachelor's degree in any field.
  • A combination of education and relatedtechnical/military/paraprofessional experience may be substitutedfor a bachelor's degree on a year for year basis.

Intermediate Level:

• Bachelor's degree in any field.
  • A combination of education and relatedtechnical/military/paraprofessional experience may be substitutedfor a bachelor's degree on a year for year basis.
• One (1) year clinical research or related experience.

Senior Level:

• Bachelor's degree in any field.
  • A combination of education and relatedtechnical/military/paraprofessional experience may be substitutedfor a bachelor's degree on a year for year basis.
• Two (2) years clinical research or related experience.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in science or health related field.
• Three (3) years of clinical research or relatedexperience.

Experience with electronic data capture systems (e.g. EMR or EHRand data management systems).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge and understanding of federal regulations and GoodClinical Practice (GCP).
• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing andorally.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective workingrelationships with employees at all levels throughout theinstitution.
• Outstanding customer service skills.
• Knowledge of basic human anatomy, physiology, and medicalterminology.
• Ability to interpret and master complex research protocolinformation.

Anticipated Pay Range:

Entry Level:

$48,446 – $61,623

Intermediate Level:

$52,721 – $67,061

Senior Level:

$56,995 – $72,498

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at [e-mail].

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students, and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.