Clinical Research Coordinator A

Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania

21h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Clinical Research Coordinator A (CRC A) at the University of Pennsylvania’s Center for Resuscitation Science (CRS) is primarily responsible for the organization, coordination, and implementation of community outreach and clinical research studies. The CRS focuses on clinical research and training related to cardiac arrest and resuscitation care, aiming to improve survival from sudden cardiac arrest. The CRC A's main responsibility involves implementing community outreach programs, specifically the Mobile CPR Project and other CRS initiatives. Additionally, the CRC A will collaborate with the Directors of the CRS to identify and develop clinical research programs that align with the CRS mission of improving bystander CPR rates and survival. This role involves overseeing all necessary tasks to ensure studies are conducted safely and according to protocol, managing the IRB process, implementing projects, assisting leadership with grant submissions, ensuring project timelines are met, and participating in research meetings. The CRC A is also responsible for coordinating study volunteers across various projects. This position is contingent upon funding.

Requirements

Bachelors degree and 1 to 2 years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Driver’s License

Nice To Haves

Community Educational Experience (Ideally Medically-Focused)
CPR Certification
Certification as an EMT, Paramedic, or AHA CPR Instructor

Responsibilities

Work with the PI and supervisor to identify clinical research and community outreach programs that support the CRS mission.
Collaborate with PI and supervisor to fine tune final project vision.
Assist leadership as needed with grant proposal preparation and submission including research writing, liaison between contributors and budget development.
Coordinate community outreach activities and research studies focusing on CPR and CPR quality.
Coordinate project flow, ensure project milestones are meet and data is accurate.
Identify need for & implement improvements.
Responsible for handling communication with community partners.
Recruit subjects and oversee volunteers.
Assist with the oversight of project volunteers and staff by coordinating schedules.
Work with Director of Research and HR Coordinator on various employment related transactions.
Handle growth of programming to potentially include certification CPR classes.
Assist with coordinating IRB documents.
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits.
Flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
Tuition assistance for employee, spouse, and dependent children at Penn.
Tuition assistance for dependent children at other institutions.
Generous retirement plans (Basic, Matching, and Supplemental) with pre-tax or Roth basis, and investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.
Substantial amount of time away from work (vacations, personal affairs, illness, family time).
Long-term care insurance through Genworth Financial for faculty, staff, and eligible family members.
Wide variety of programs and resources for health, family, and work-life balance.
Array of resources for personal and professional advancement.
Access to University resources including libraries, athletic facilities, arboretum, art galleries, Penn Museum, Annenberg Center, Penn Relays, many activities free for employee and family.
Discounts and special services on arts, entertainment, transportation, mortgages, cars (Ford, General Motors), cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks.
Flexible work options for non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures.
Forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home improvements (Penn Home Ownership Services).
Reimbursement for qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions (Adoption Assistance).