Clinical Research Coordinator A
About The Position
Contributes to investigator-initiated, multi-center, and patient-oriented clinical and translational research studies in the field of pharmacogenomics. Assists in the management of clinical trials by coordinating patient screening, enrollment, data collection, and sample handling. Supports IRB submissions and helps prepare manuscripts and presentations. Works closely with the Principal Investigator and study team to address study needs, implement approved changes, and monitor outcomes. The Perelman School of Medicine’s mission is to advance knowledge and improve health through research, patient care, and the education. Our inclusive culture embraces diversity, fosters innovation, stimulates critical thinking, supports lifelong learning, and sustains our legacy of excellence.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science and 1 to 2 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required
- Highly motivated, articulate individual with excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to work independently and also as a part of a team
- Strong planning, organizational and prioritizing capabilities along with problem solving skills desired
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience with Redcap is preferred
Responsibilities
- Assist in the coordination of investigator initiated clinical trials in the field of pharmacogenomics and precision medicine including recruit, consent and screen patients according to protocol
- Schedule patient visits and any necessary testing
- Monitor patients per protocol requirements and ensure adherence to protocol requirements
- Organize and maintain all documentation required by the Investigator, sponsor or CRO, includes source documentation, case report forms, and research charts
- Collect, review and report study data
- Complete case report forms and resolve data queries
- Process and ship study specimens including blood
- Participate in initiation, monitoring, audit and close-out visits
- Participate in study team meetings, and ongoing protocol training
- Show vigilance in patient safety, protocol compliance and data quality
- Adhere to all University of Pennsylvania, FDA and GCP guidelines
- Screen, recruit and enroll consenting patients using GCP guidelines and conduct compliance monitoring of study participants
- Conduct study related visits, including procedures such as blood draws, vitals, medical history, ECGs and processing of biological specimens and manage study data and regulatory files per GCP
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Benefits
- Excellent healthcare benefits
- Tuition benefits for employees and their families
- Generous retirement benefits
- Wide variety of professional development opportunities
- Supportive work and family benefits
- Wealth of health and wellness programs and resources
- Comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits
- Flexible spending accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars
- Tuition assistance for employee, spouse, and dependent children
- Retirement plans (Basic, Matching, and Supplemental) with pre-tax or Roth basis options
- Wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard
- Substantial amount of time away from work
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Wellness and Work-life Resources
- Professional and Personal Development resources
- Access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities
- Free or discounted admission and memberships to Penn arts and cultural centers and museums
- Substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks
- Flexible work options offer creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments
- Forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia
- Adoption Assistance for eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
