Clinical Research Coordinator I

University of Rochester

4d•$17 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

This position assists with various activities associated with human subject (infant) research, gaining knowledge regarding clinical research procedures and protocols. The role involves maintaining logs and assisting in entering research data into data collection forms and/or study databases. Specifically, this person will be responsible for assisting with recruitment of pregnant women, collection of samples, and data entry for the electronic database for studies such as Biomarkers of Atopy Beginning Early and Expecting Mothers study of Consumption or Avoidance of Peanut and Egg. The individual must work well as part of a team, be able to complete project tasks independently, be comfortable with a variety of databases, and interact professionally and positively in all communications.

Requirements

High school diploma required
Ability to understand and follow simple research protocols and procedures preferred
Ability to adhere to applicable safety and/or infection control standards preferred
Ability to understand and follow data integrity standards and processes preferred
Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills, and ability to work well in teams preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (e.g. Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), email, and internet preferred

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience

Responsibilities

Assists with the administrative details required to conduct human subject research.
Assists in entering research data into data collection forms and/or study databases.
Works under supervision to learn and apply the details of standard protocols, including inclusion and exclusion criteria, informed consent procedures, study activities, source documentation and case report form (CRFs) completion, and adverse event reporting.
Assists in human subject recruitment and screening activities, including reviewing study site patient databases and office records for patients that meet the protocol inclusion criteria, conducting telephone interviews to screen potential study candidates, and assisting with sample collection.
Practices continuous learning in accordance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards and guidelines.
Maintains requisite skills and completes mandatory training in safety, equality, responsible conduct of research, continuing education, and research competencies.
Gains knowledge in medical research terminology.
Gains and practices proficiency in specific research software needed to manage clinical research protocols.
Participates in protocol-related training as required.
Tracks and documents the dispensing and returning of study materials, such as recruitment materials and mailed study kits.
Other duties as assigned.