Clinical Research Coordinator - Cancer Center

University of Kansas Medical Center • Kansas City, MO

109d • $58,656 - $86,000

About The Position

The Clinical Research Coordinator works collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, research, and hospital staff to recruit, screen, educate, and assist in the overall clinical study coordination of clinical research. This position manages assigned clinical research studies by supervising a variety of complex activities involved in the collection, compilation, documentation, and analysis of clinical research data. Monitors participants' progress including documenting and reporting adverse events. Participates in periodic quality assurance audits of protocols. The University of Kansas Cancer Center is the only National Cancer Institute designated Comprehensive Cancer Center in the region, 1 of only 57 in the nation to receive this distinction. Patients gain access to the most promising therapies, cutting-edge clinical trials and world class research.

Requirements

• 4 years of relevant work experience.
• Experience with regulations governing clinical research (CFR, GCP, HIPAA).
• Experience with statutes and guidelines relevant to regulatory affairs in clinical research.
• Experience with study budgets, contracts, and grant applications.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Certified Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC).
• Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP).
• Skills in communication, organization, and multi-tasking.

Responsibilities

• Recruit and educate potential patients for clinical trials and evaluate potential patient eligibility.
• Maintain source documents and submit case report forms (CRFs) as required for clinical trials.
• Recognize and report adverse events/serious adverse events to the Principal Investigator, FDA, and sponsors.
• Perform study procedures as outlined in the protocol and within state and institutional scope of practice.
• Assist clinical staff with phlebotomy and sample collection, processing, handling, and shipping as outlined in the protocol.
• Ensure adequate study supplies are being maintained.
• Track study expenditures and submit reimbursement requests for study equipment, supplies, and study participants.
• Prepare documentation and participate in study monitoring visits, reviews, and audits.
• Provide written and verbal reports to Principal Investigator and Project Manager as required.
• Participate in quality assurance activities by reviewing clinical data in medical record charts and assessing pharmacy compliance with protocol criteria.
• Work closely with the Research Institute and Human Research Protection Program and have a working knowledge of KUMC policies and procedures.
• Attend continuing education, research, and training seminars as requested by manager.

Benefits

• Coverage begins on day one for health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability insurance.
• Paid time off, including vacation and sick, begins accruing upon hire.
• Ten paid holidays and one paid discretionary day after six months of employment.
• Paid time off for bereavement, jury duty, military service, and parental leave after 12 months of employment.
• A retirement program with a generous employer contribution.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree