Clinical Research Coord I - Movement Disorder

University of South Florida • Tampa, FL

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About The Position

The Department of Neurology Movement Dis Division conducts a very high volume of clinical research. The research also seeks to understand more about the disease and its progression. Coordinates multiple studies independently with high enrollment. Will facilitate training of clinical research staff as required per protocol. Coordinates the more complex clinical trials per protocol requirements and assists junior staff with troubleshooting to avoid protocol deviations. Manages inventory of supplies and assists with forecasting needs for future studies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field -OR- equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Degree Equivalency Clause: Four years of direct experience for a bachelor’s degree.
• Senate Bill 1310- The Florida Senate (https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2023/1310) is conditional upon meeting all employment eligibility requirements in the U.S.
• SB 1310: Substitution of Work Experience for Postsecondary Education Requirements
• A public employer may include a postsecondary degree as a baseline requirement only as an alternative to the number of years of direct experience required, not to exceed:
• (a) Two years of direct experience for an associate degree;
• (b) Four years of direct experience for a bachelor’s degree;
• (c) Six years of direct experience for a master’s degree;
• (d) Seven years of direct experience for a professional degree; or
• (e) Nine years of direct experience for a doctoral degree
• Related work experience may not substitute for any required licensure, certification, or registration required for the position of employment as established by the public employer and indicated in the advertised description of the position of employment.
• Minimum Qualifications that require a high school diploma are exempt from SB 1310.
• Attention to detail
• Critical thinking
• Ability to follow protocols
• Ability to maintain quality standards
• planning
• scheduling
• data collection
• Ability to communicate and interact competently and professionally at all levels within a broad, complex clinical research environment.
• Skill in the use of personal computers and related software applications.
• Environment – Typical indoor environment/office setting.
• Physical Requirements – climbing, standing, stooping, and/or typing; Ability to lift up to 20lbs as needed.
• Travel – Ability to travel to other USF campuses and/or other locations as requested.
• While the primary job duties and responsibilities have been included, this job description is not designed nor meant to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities or responsibilities. This does not preclude the assignment of additional or developmental duties, special projects, or the scope of the position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may temporarily or permanently change at any time with or without notice.
• The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.
• This job description does not constitute an employment contract.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct support to lead coordinator or coordinate and serves as project lead for projects that are simple to moderate in complexity at the site level. Coordination, communication and completion of assessments for clinical trial patients (including complex protocol requirements). Includes preparation for clinical research visits (chart preparation).
• Performs patient clinical assessments for clinical trial visits for assigned clinical trial protocols including scheduling with vendors which may include other departments or outside facilities. This may include phlebotomy, sample processing, vitals, ECGs and other delegated clinical assessments per assigned protocols. Participates in the screening, enrollment, and retention of study participants at the site.
• Conducts study visits and data collection throughout research study. Collaborates with the preparation and submission of site study documents. Assist with coordination, preparation, and conduct of site monitoring visits, audits and inspection.
• Training of new site staff, ongoing training (amendments), documentation of training. Act as resource for junior staff, assist with other projects as needed (fiscal).
• Monitor clinical study activity at the site to ensure compliance with the protocol, site SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) and all applicable regulations, including HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees