Clinical Research Coordinator I

University of Chicago • Hyde Park, IL

15d • $50,000 - $65,000

About The Position

Established in July 2006, the Kovler Diabetes Center has had a significant impact in the diabetes community at the local, regional, and national levels. Together, Director, Louis Philipson, MD, PhD, FACP and Executive Director, Peggy Hasenauer, MS, RN, along with support of other faculty in the Section of Endocrinology, have grown the Center’s staff and faculty to support ambitious clinical research, and further expand the comprehensive care model at UChicago Medicine. The Kovler Diabetes Center builds on more than a century of University of Chicago contributions to diabetes care and research by: Delivering state-of-the-art comprehensive care, tailored to the needs of individual patients of all ages. Conducting leading-edge research into the causes of diabetes and new breakthrough treatments. Partnering with underserved populations to offer new hope to the communities hardest hit by diabetes, specifically here on Chicago’s South Side. Disseminating the latest advances in diabetes care worldwide through intensive outreach and education. The Clinical Research Coordinator I (CRC) will provide critical support to the Kovler Diabetes Center and the faculty of the Section of Endocrinology within the Biological Sciences Division. The CRC will be involved in coordinating all aspects of assigned projects under the supervision of the Center’s Research Director and faculty PIs. In particular, this role will directly support the Rare and Atypical Diabetes Network (RADIANT – www.atypicaldiabetesnetwork.org) as well as other studies in our diabetes and genetics research portfolio.

Requirements

• Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
• Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through < 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree.
• Prior experience in diabetes and genetics, prior research experience, prior public health and/or community engagement.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Adobe Acrobat.
• Understand complex documents, such as clinical trials.
• Interact and communicate with clarity, tact, and courtesy with patrons, patients, staff, faculty, students, and others.
• Communicate with tact and diplomacy.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong data management skills and attention to detail.
• Handle competing demands with diplomacy and enthusiasm.
• Absorb large amounts of information quickly.
• Adaptability to changing working situations and work assignments.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates all aspects of conducting research studies including screening, consenting, enrollment, participant follow-up, completion of relevant documents such as case report forms, and adverse event reports.
• Maintains accurate and complete documentation of signed informed consent, relevant IRB approvals, source documentation, case report forms (CRFs), and study related communication.
• Plans and coordinates participant schedule for study procedures.
• Ensures standard operating procedures (SOP) are implemented and documented in accordance to study sponsor, primary investigator, and regulatory agency specifications.
• Prepares and maintains protocol submissions and revisions.
• Educates participants about study procedures to be performed.
• Performs assessments at visits and monitors for adverse events.
• Organizes and attends relevant study meetings.
• Recruits and interviews potential study participants.
• Obtains, possesses, and transports specimens to appropriate laboratory according to established aseptic techniques.
• Analyzes study-related documentation, such as protocol worksheets, procedural manuals, adverse event reports, institutional review board documents, or progress reports.
• Develops and nurtures community partnerships to enhance recruitment to relevant research projects, particularly RADIANT.
• Supports evening and weekend events when research support is requested on-site by community partners.
• Accountable for all tasks in basic clinical studies.
• Assists with various professional, organizational, and operational tasks under direct supervision.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Benefits

• The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off.
• Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook .

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees