Clinical Research Coordinator A, Part-Time

University of Pennsylvania • Philadelphia, PA

5d • $22 - $23 • Hybrid

About The Position

The position is to support the RadComp study, a multi-site clinical trial comparing two types of radiation therapy for breast cancer. The study is currently in long-term follow-up with the University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine serving as the Coordinating Center. The study is seeking a clinical research coordinator to assist with conducting follow-up calls, data entry and reviewing electronic health records for clinical and adverse events ascertainment. This is a regular, part-time (20-30hrs) and hybrid-eligible position. Spanish fluency preferred but not required. Position is contingent upon funding.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science and 1 to 2 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
• Must possess the ability to communicate with participants in a polite, professional, and empathetic manner.
• Position is contingent upon funding and is hybrid eligible.
• This is a regular part-time role with a weekly schedule of 20–30 hours.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual English/Spanish speaking candidate is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct telephone follow-up interviews (in English) with participants for which a clinical event is reported or have not responded to other modes of outreach. Document all call attempts. Respond and resolve participant queries.
• Review electronic health records of participants for clinical events of interest and adverse event ascertainment; ensure all necessary documents are received; redact as needed.
• Enter data in electronic data capture systems and tracking logs; resolve data entry queries
• Monitor and track participant timepoints and responses (or lack of) and take necessary steps to complete timepoint visit within window.
• Assist with regulatory tasks including, but not limited to, preparing for audits, review and updating documents as necessary.
• Promote good clinical practice in the conduct of clinical investigations, included possessing an in-depth knowledge of the federal regulations and guidance documents for the conduct of clinical studies and human subject protection
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Benefits

• Health and Life: Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family’s health and welfare.
• Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn’s Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.
• Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with family—whatever your personal needs may be.
• Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility. If you apply when you’re newly hired, you won’t have to provide proof of good health or be subject to underwriting requirements. Eligible family members must always provide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting.
• Wellness and Work-life Resources: Penn is committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competing demands of work and personal life. That’s why we offer a wide variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health, your family, and your work-life balance.
• University Resources: As a member of the Penn community, you have access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of the University’s libraries and athletic facilities, or visit our arboretum and art galleries. There’s always something going on at Penn, whether it’s a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest music or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a member of the Penn community, you’re right in the middle of the excitement—and you and your family can enjoy many of these activities for free.
• Discounts and Special Services: From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you'll find great deals for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts and cultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admission and memberships to faculty and staff. You can also enjoy 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 Hours: Flexible work options offer creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments. These approaches involve use of non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures.

What This Job Offers

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