Clinical Research Coordinator I, Cancer Center - Richardson

UT Southwestern Medical Center • Dallas, TX

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

This position works under the direction of an Investigator(s) with general supervision to coordinate research projects. The primary focus is patient/participant coordination, with potential for data management in smaller departments. The role involves collecting and ensuring quality control of clinical or basic research data for multiple and/or complex research studies. Based in Richardson, Texas, this full-time role manages all patient activity on clinical oncology trials for SCCC regional clinics, interfacing with physicians and patients. Responsibilities include reviewing eligibility, scheduling procedures, participating in screening and consent, and coordinating trial activities. Unique to SCCC regional sites, the coordinator also handles research blood sample processing and data submission, and participates in tumor boards and other medical conferences.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or higher degree in medical or science related field
• 1 year of clinical research experience
• May consider additional years of experience or advanced degree in lieu of education or experience, respectively.

Nice To Haves

• (BLS) BASIC LIFE SUPPORT Licensure may be required based on research study protocols or affiliate location requirements.
• (CPRAED) CPR AED Licensure may be required based on research study protocols or affiliate location requirements.
• ACRP or SOCRA certification a plus

Responsibilities

• Manage all patient activity on clinical oncology trials for SCCC regional clinics.
• Interface with physicians and patients seeking to participate in treatment trials for their cancer.
• Review eligibility for prospective patients.
• Schedule procedures in accordance with the IRB approved protocol.
• Participate in the screen process and consent process.
• Coordinate trial activities through their continuum of care.
• Responsible for research blood sample processing and data submission as needed.
• Participate in tumor boards, monthly disease-oriented team meetings, and other conferences with physicians and team members.
• Directly interacts with clinical research participants, as required, for the research study. Interacts via telephone, telehealth or in-person.
• Coordinate regulatory aspects of the trial including maintaining and developing regulatory information to comply with industry standards, University policies, FDA requirements or other hospital policies.
• Coordinate and schedule study procedures as per protocol.
• Pends approved study protocols which have order sets built by the non-licensed coordinator with oversight by PI.
• Presents evidence and provides options (within scope of protocol) to PI when outside of protocol.
• Screen, recruit, enroll and follow subjects according to protocol guidelines.
• Assist with the consent process.
• Maintain and coordinate data collection information required for each study which may also include developing CRF's or data collection tools.
• Assist in developing and implementing research studies to include writing clinical research protocols.
• Conduct study procedures according to the protocol with proper training and check offs to maintain scope of work.
• Assist with or develop study budgets.
• Perform research billing activities, as needed, based on size of department (including linking patient calendars).
• Review and abstract information from medical records for verification of eligibility for trials, as needed based on size of department.
• Monitor patient safety by reviewing records and ensuring appropriate reporting per protocol and HRPP standards.
• Review research study protocols to ensure feasibility.
• Assist in developing website or other social media for marketing/recruiting of clinical research study.
• Develop proficiency in the clinical trial management system, electronic medical record and other required data entry systems.
• Maintain subject level documentation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer

What This Job Offers

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