Clinical Research Coordinator A (OBGYN - GYN Ocology)

University of Pennsylvania

About The Position

Clinical Research Coordinators in the Division of GYN Oncology support multiple externally funded investigator initiated and cooperative group clinical trials. The CRC will be responsible for patient screening, subject enrollment, scheduling, collecting, storing and shipping biological samples; collecting and filing study documents; and collecting and entering clinical data. Utilizing a variety of electronic systems, the CRC will document study activities with accuracy. The coordinator may assist with Institutional Review Board (IRB) filings and inquiries and with manuscript preparation, grant proposals, and research related presentations. The CRC will oversee 2 or more clinical trials, ensuring that the protocol integrity is maintained, all data and queries are answered in a timely manner, and AEs and SAEs are appropriately reported to the sponsor and IRB per protocol. In addition to the responsibilities mentioned above, The CRC will take an active role in preparation of trial audits and inspections. The CRC will assist with mentoring research assistants.

Requirements

Position requires a highly motivated, articulate individual with excellent oral and written communication skills.
The candidate should possess the ability to work independently and also as part of a team.
Strong planning, organizational and prioritizing capabilities along with problem solving skills desired.
Bachelor of Science and 1 to 2 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and conduct clinical studies, includes; subject recruitment, informed consent, chart maintenance and data entry
Coordinate IRB submissions and renewals in accordance with FDA and IRB guidelines
Assure compliance with the protocol and regulatory requirements includes: collecting, recording, and maintaining data and source documentations.
Oversee study preparation and blood sample processing and analysis
Database management and analysis
Ordering and stocking supplies, maintaining equipment
Educate patients and family members
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

Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family’s health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Penn provides an array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and professionally.
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.
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 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.
Penn offers a 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 will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household.