Clinical Research Institute Coordinator

Coordinates clinical research and study services in support of specified pharmaceutical, cooperative group or medical device research, and for ensuring that all clinical activities are carried out in accordance with the established protocol. An incumbent relies on the expertise of the Principal Investigator(s) and other clinical staff for insight and direction relative to matters involving clinical determinations and for guidance in assuring that studies are conducted within acceptable clinical procedural and safety standards. Work includes planning and executing procedures for screening, enrolling, monitoring and retaining clinical research subjects in accordance with established study protocol(s), FDA (Federal Drug Administration) regulations, Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and International Conference on Harmonisation (ICH) guidelines for clinical trials and research study management.

Work is performed under rigorous conditions relating to the accuracy of study data, and is subject to frequent audits to validate that the information on CRF (Case Report Form) and other source documents are consistent and correct.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Plans and executes procedures for screening, enrolling, scheduling, monitoring and retaining clinical research subjects in accordance with established study protocol(s)/regulations and guidelines for clinical trials and research study management.
• Monitors, records and reports patient response to treatment, and results to Investigators, Sponsors and the FHS Medical Research Evaluation Committee (MREC) in accordance with established procedures.
• Facilitates and ensures complete and accurate communication between sponsor, investigators and other research staff, patients.
• Performs direct patient care activities under the supervision of the licensed healthcare provider and within the scope of practice.

Associate’s degree in a related discipline and two years of experience as a Clinical Research Coordinator (or equivalent), preferably in an oncology care environment that demonstrates attainment of the requisite job knowledge skills/abilities.

Or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Current healthcare provider BLS Certification required.

Preferred Experience / Certifications:

-Phlebotomy experience

-CCRC Certification

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