Clinical Research Coordinator-Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism

The Ohio State University

10d • Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Research Coordinator will coordinate and perform daily clinical research activities in accordance with approved protocols administered by the non-cancer Clinical Trials Management Organization for the Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism. This role involves assessing patient records to identify eligible participants, recruiting and enrolling patients, and ensuring the informed consent process complies with regulatory and sponsor requirements. The coordinator will educate patients and families about the study, coordinate patient care appointments and procedures, and participate in the collection, processing, and evaluation of biological samples. Additionally, the role includes administering and evaluating standardized testing, monitoring patients for adverse reactions, documenting and reporting unfavorable responses, and evaluating patient compliance with protocols. The coordinator will also assist with collecting, extracting, coding, and analyzing clinical research data, generating reports, and supporting compliance with Institutional Review Boards (IRB), FDA, and other regulatory agencies. This position also involves assisting with the preparation for external quality assurance reviews and contributing to the development of new research protocols and study goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in biological sciences, health sciences, social sciences, or other medical field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• One year of experience in a clinical research capacity.
• Computer skills.
• Successful completion of a background check.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Clinical research certification from an accredited certifying agency.
• Experience using Microsoft Software applications.
• Pre-employment physical, including a drug screen may be required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and perform daily clinical research activities in accordance with approved protocols.
• Assess patient records to identify eligible participants for clinical research protocols.
• Recruit, interview, and enroll patients into studies.
• Obtain informed consent and ensure compliance with regulatory and sponsor requirements.
• Educate patients and families on the purpose, goals, and processes of clinical studies.
• Coordinate scheduling and follow-through of patient care appointments, procedures, and diagnostic testing.
• Participate in the collection, processing, and evaluation of biological samples.
• Administer, evaluate, and calculate standardized scoring of diagnostic, psychological, or behavioral testing or questionnaires.
• Monitor patients for adverse reactions to study treatment, procedure, or medication.
• Notify appropriate clinical professionals of patient response, complications, and necessary care.
• Document unfavorable responses and notify research sponsors and applicable regulatory agencies.
• Evaluate patients for compliance related to protocol.
• Assist with collecting, extracting, coding, and analyzing clinical research data.
• Generate reports and review for data validity.
• Support activities to ensure compliance with all Institutional Review Boards (IRB), FDA, federal, state, and industry sponsor regulations.
• Assist with coordinating and preparing for external quality assurance and control reviews.
• Participate in activities to develop new research protocols.
• Contribute to the establishment of study goals to meet protocol requirements.
• Lead coordination of the overall PowerBP+ program, including managing REDCap, data curation, and regulatory components.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.

What This Job Offers

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