Clinical Research Coordinator 2

University of Miami•Miami, FL

About The Position

The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Public Health has an exciting opportunity for a full time Clinical Research Coordinator 2 to work in Miami, FL.. The MACS/WIHS Combined Cohort Study (MWCCS) seeks a full-time Clinical Research Coordinator 1 to implement clinical research protocols, ensure participant retention, and conduct baselines, follow-ups and core assessments. Under Dr. Deborah Jones' supervision, the role involves meticulous adherence to protocols and assessment tasks. Strong interpersonal skills, motivation, and professionalism are essential. Comprehensive training on research protocols will be provided, with potential involvement in screening and baseline assessments. This role is ideal for those passionate about community engagement and research, especially within LGBTQ and HIV/AIDS-affected populations.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree
Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience
Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.
Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Assists in participant recruitment and retention activities and assists in screening potential study participants for eligibility.
Performs study procedures, routine tests, data collection/recording, and daily operations of moderate risk clinical research protocols.
Collects, processes, packs, and ships specimens according to protocol, applicable standards and regulations.
Maintains study binders and filings according to protocol requirements, UM and department policy.
Distributes study drug materials according to practice standards and clinical credentials as delegated by the Principal Investigator.
Monitors, documents, reports, and follows-up on study unanticipated/adverse events and protocol deviations.
Assists in implementing protocol amendments under direct supervision of the Principal Investigator.
Assists with study orientation and protocol related in-services to research team and clinical staff.
Monitors protocol implementation and study progress; keeps investigators fully apprised of study progress; submits progress reports according to established schedule.
Learns the research team and assists with communications/interactions with sponsor, data coordinating centers, compliance monitors, collaborators, investigators’ academic administrative personnel, and departments.
Assists in administrative tasks of study personnel including orientation, documenting core competencies, certification mandates, safety/responsible conduct of research education, and performance reviews.
Adheres to cultural competency guidelines; implements strategies to meet study participants’ needs for language translation, health literacy, etc.
Follows the appropriate fundamental requirements of all international, national, and local regulatory bodies.
Maintains requisite skills and mandatory training in safety, equality, responsible conduct of research, continuing education, and research competencies.
Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
Assists with study visits, screening, scheduling participants, assessments, and measurement activities per the study protocol.
Conducts screening, interviews, and baseline assessments at various locations, including UM/Jackson HIV Clinic, Converge and CRB.
Maintains and updates records, codes data for electronic processing, and retrieves data electronically.
Performs clerical duties including typing, answering phone calls, and maintaining study binders.
Coordinates appointments and study visit schedules, preparing correspondence and handling phone inquiries.
Monitors and reports adverse events, ensuring participant advocacy and adherence to quality standards.
Develops networking opportunities within academic and community circles to enhance collaborative recruitment efforts.
Maintains confidentiality and adheres to university standards when handling participant information and data.
Attends and participates in meetings, conferences, and training groups as requested, staying current with required skills and training.
Performs inventory of supplies, prepares kits as needed, and adheres to university policies and procedures, safeguarding University assets.
Perform any additional duties as assigned.