Clinical Research Coordinator A

University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine • Woodworth, OH

9d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Clinical Research Coordinator A works closely with the Principal Investigator, Clinical Research Project Manager, and study team to support daily study operations, including participant recruitment, study visits, and data collection. The coordinator communicates regularly with study team members and community partners, responds to study needs, implements approved protocol changes, monitors study outcomes, and contributes to manuscripts and presentations. The described role involves in-person work with community partners and students and regular commuting to study sites; some administrative tasks may be completed remotely. The description identifies the position as based on Oʻahu, Hawaiʻi, while the listed job location is Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The position is contingent on funding.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science and 1 to 2 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Oral and written fluency in English.
• Excellent written and oral communication, interpersonal skills, ethics, and cultural awareness.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Suite.
• Maintain confidentiality and provide a high level of customer service in all interactions.
• Commitment to cultural humility, diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Meticulous attention to detail and strong project coordination skills.
• Commitment to working in an integrity-driven environment.
• Ability to commute regularly to study sites for required in-person work.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with SPSS, REDCap, SAS, R, or other statistical software.
• Career interest in mental health services.
• Knowledge of mental health systems and implementation science.
• Experience with statistical analysis using SPSS for quality improvement or evaluation purposes.
• Experience using online database systems and/or survey tools.

Responsibilities

• Conduct literature and data searches and reviews.
• Coordinate and assist with project data collection and entry.
• Administer, score, and interpret standardized assessment questionnaires, and support research volunteers with these activities.
• Support staff with funding applications, human-subjects and compliance documentation, and IRB applications.
• Participate in research project design, analysis, and reporting.
• Submit and present research at local and national forums.
• Coordinate with Implementation Research Division staff on developing and maintaining data systems and on collecting, coding, managing, and reporting process and outcome data.
• Facilitate the preparation and submission of grant applications and grant reports.
• Coordinate meetings, professional trainings, contracts, invoices, and other activities supporting the Implementation Research Division's research.
• Produce and distribute meeting minutes as needed.
• Support daily study operations, including participant recruitment, study visits, and data collection.
• Communicate regularly with study team members and community partners; respond to study needs, implement approved protocol changes, monitor outcomes, and contribute to manuscripts and presentations.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits.
• Flexible spending accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Tuition assistance for employees, spouses, and dependent children, including assistance at other institutions for dependent children.
• Basic, matching, and supplemental retirement plans, with pre-tax or Roth savings options and investment choices through TIAA and Vanguard.
• Substantial time away from work during the year.
• Long-term care insurance.
• Wellness and work-life programs and resources.
• Professional and personal development resources.
• Access to University resources and cultural and recreational activities.
• Discounts and special services, including arts, entertainment, transportation, and other goods and services.
• Flexible work options and hours.
• Forgivable home-purchase loan for eligible employees in specified circumstances.
• Adoption expense reimbursement for eligible employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level