Clinical Research Coordinator C

University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine•Woodworth, OH

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Traumatic Brain Injury Research Initiative within the Department of Neurology (TBIRI) is seeking an experienced, adaptable Clinical Research Coordinator C to independently coordinate and execute multiple investigator-initiated and industry-sponsored studies involving acute and chronic traumatic brain injury. TBIRI conducts innovative research involving neuroimaging, blood biomarkers, neuropsychological assessment, pharmacological and device interventions, and other emerging technologies. The CRC-C will function as a senior member of a multidisciplinary research team and will report directly to the TBIRI Program Lead under the supervision of the TBIRI Principal Investigators. This position requires a high degree of independence, organization, flexibility, and clinical research judgment within a fast-paced and dynamic environment where priorities may shift quickly based on patient availability, clinical status, and time-sensitive study requirements. A central component of the role is direct interaction with patients with brain injury and their families. The CRC-C must demonstrate strong situational awareness and interpersonal judgment, including the ability to "read the room," recognize when and how to approach patients and families, and adapt communication style, timing, and tone to sensitive or complex situations. The CRC-C will independently conduct study activities throughout the research lifecycle, including screening, recruitment, informed consent, study visits, assessments, biological sample collection and processing, data collection, longitudinal follow-up, and regulatory maintenance. The position will also support study start-up and closeout, monitoring and audit preparation, study documentation and tracking, and other administrative and operational needs. As a senior coordinator, the CRC-C will serve as a resource to CRC A/B-level staff and assist with onboarding, study-specific training, and ongoing development. The coordinator will be expected to proactively identify and resolve day-to-day operational and regulatory issues, maintain compliance with study protocols and applicable regulations, and appropriately escalate significant concerns to the Program Lead or investigators.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science and 4 to 6 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
Strong planning, organizational, and multitasking capabilities along with attention to detail, excellent follow through and problem solving skills necessary.
Experience with federally-funded human subjects research preferred
Ability to work with a diverse group of people
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Highly organized and flexible
Knowledge of PC applications and research databases (Microsoft Excel, RedCap, etc., preferred)

Nice To Haves

Experience with federally-funded human subjects research
Knowledge of PC applications and research databases (Microsoft Excel, RedCap, etc.)

Responsibilities

Independently coordinate and execute multiple investigator-initiated and industry-sponsored studies involving acute and chronic traumatic brain injury.
Conduct study activities throughout the research lifecycle, including screening, recruitment, informed consent, study visits, assessments, biological sample collection and processing, data collection, longitudinal follow-up, and regulatory maintenance.
Support study start-up and closeout, monitoring and audit preparation, study documentation and tracking, and other administrative and operational needs.
Serve as a resource to CRC A/B-level staff and assist with onboarding, study-specific training, and ongoing development.
Proactively identify and resolve day-to-day operational and regulatory issues.
Maintain compliance with study protocols and applicable regulations.
Appropriately escalate significant concerns to the Program Lead or investigators.

Benefits

Excellent healthcare
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 at Penn and other institutions
Generous retirement plans (Basic, Matching, and Supplemental)
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
Discounts on arts and entertainment, transportation, and mortgages
Flexible Work Hours
Penn Home Ownership Services (forgivable loan for eligible employees)
Adoption Assistance