Clinical Research Coordinator I - USAFA

The Geneva Foundation•Colorado Springs, CO

8d•$55,000 - $63,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Research Coordinator I oversees and administers research study and associated activities. Assists in project planning, and ensures that pre-established work scope, study protocol and regulatory requirements are followed. May recruit and coordinate research subjects, as appropriate, and serves as principle administration liaison for the project. Oversees and coordinates the provision of administrative and staff services to investigators; develops and maintains record keeping systems and procedures. This is a full-time position that will be required to work on-site at the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, CO. Background checks will be administered. About The Program: POINT-mTBI: Prospective Study of Point-of-Care Blood-Based Biomarkers in Acute Military, Civilian, and Sport-Related Mild Traumatic Brain Injury (mTBI).

Requirements

Bachelors degree or equivalent work experience required
Demonstrate competence in oral and written communication
Must be organized, attentive to detail, and possess a positive, friendly and professional demeanor
Must be flexible with changing priorities and able to communicate in a diplomatic and professional manner
Computer skills including at least intermediate level experience with Excel and other Microsoft Office Software
Knowledge of CFR, GCP and ICH guidelines

Nice To Haves

2-4 years experience in clinical research preferred
2-4 years non-profit, research, or healthcare experience desired

Responsibilities

Promote safety and confidentiality of research participants at all times
Adhere to Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Good Clinical Practices (GCP), and Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), and infection control procedures
Plan and coordinate the initiation of research study protocol, and the implementation of operating policies and procedures
Plan, implement and maintain data collection and analysis systems in support of research protocol; may coordinate the collection and analysis of research data
Recruit, instruct and coordinate research subjects and/or volunteers, as appropriate to specific study objectives and work scope
Coordinate the day-to-day activities of technical support staff specifically engaged in the carrying out of research/clinical protocol, as appropriate to the position; may perform aspects of research protocol, as required, in accordance with specified program objectives
Organize and facilitate meetings, conferences, and other events associated with research activities; may perform and/or coordinate outreach activities, as appropriate to research objectives
Document all correspondence and communication pertinent to the research
Interact and communicate effectively with Principal Investigator, other site personnel, research participants, The Geneva Foundation, and the funding organization
Comply with all the rules and regulations as applicable to assigned duty station
Create and adhere to a data quality and quality assurance plan
Assist with interim and annual reports.
S/he will be the primary liaison at the data collection site and will be responsible for explaining the project to military personnel associated with the study
Demonstrate proficiency in performing basic study related procedures
Complete required and applicable research training needed to complete research
Maintain and update files of all applicable regulatory documentation for IACUC or IRB (including protocols, approvals, amendments, modifications, etc.) as well as any communications with the sponsor or any other Federal or regulatory office (including prior approvals, change in scope, etc.)

Benefits

medical, dental, and vision healthcare
Flexible Spending Account
Health Savings account, with employer contribution
Coverage is provided for employees and family members including domestic partners
Short-and long-term disability
Employee Assistance Program
Life & ADD insurance
403b retirement plan with generous employer match
flexible leave options
11 paid holidays per year
up to 4 weeks of paid time off in a rolling year
PSLF eligibility