Clinical Research Coordinator (Open Rank)

University of Colorado•Aurora, CO

64d•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Research Coordinator will work in the School of Medicine, Department of Psychiatry - Division of Addiction Science, Prevention, and Treatment at the University of Colorado, Anschutz Medical Campus. Applicants for this position can work with one of two labs: 1. Karoly Lab (PI: Hollis Karoly, PhD). The primary focus of the position will be working as a clinical research coordinator on a project examining the effects of Cannabidiol (CBD) on alcohol use and craving in adults with Alcohol Use Disorder and potentially other clinical trials in the Karoly Lab and division. This project includes several visits to our laboratory and 8 weeks of medication, as well as a one-month post-medication follow-up. The goal of this study is to understand the effects of cannabidiol (CBD) on alcohol consumption and alcohol use disorder phenotypes among individuals who drink alcohol heavily. 2. Affective Social Cognition, Executive function, and Neural Development (ASCEND) Lab (PI: Drew E. Winters, PhD). The ASCEND Lab investigates how brain function and neuromodulation can influence socioemotional processes (e.g., empathy, social cognition) and cognitive function. The Clinical Research Coordinator in the ASCEND Lab will help implement a clinical trail using Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) and fMRI to study brain and behavior in adults with social-cognitive challenges. The role involves participant coordination, recruitment, and management of in-person research visits and offers hands-on experience in neuroimaging and noninvasive brain stimulation. Opportunities for mentorship and authorship on presentations and publications are available. Either of these positions are ideal for individuals planning to pursue advanced training in medicine, public health, clinical psychology, neuroscience, biomedical research or related fields in the future.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in science or health related field.
One (1) year clinical research or related experience.
A combination of education and related technical/military/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree on a year for year basis.
An advanced degree (Masters or Doctorate) may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis if the degree is in a field of study directly related to the work assignment.
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
Knowledge and understanding of federal regulations and Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution
Outstanding customer service skills
Knowledge of basic human anatomy, physiology medical terminology
Ability to interpret and master complex research protocol information
Strong communication and organizational skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to multitask and meet deadlines
Ability to work evenings and weekends as scheduled

Nice To Haves

Clinical research or related experience
Two (2) years of clinical research or related experience
Experience conducting human subjects research visits or eligibility screenings
Phlebotomy certification or equivalent or willing to obtain certification at our expense
Experience or comfort with handling biohazardous materials such as human blood, urine, and saliva samples
Experience with REDCap surveys and data entry

Responsibilities

Assist with the day-to-day operations of a clinical research study in the Karoly Lab.
Screen, schedule, obtain informed consent, and interview research participants.
Facilitate contact with study participants, including weekly check-ins to assess their safety and wellbeing while taking study medication.
Coordinate and run study visits at the Anschutz Medical Campus, including a bar-lab alcohol administration session.
Perform blood draws on research participants and process biological samples in the Department of Psychiatry Addiction Biology Lab.
Perform data entry and quality assurance reviews on study databases.
Participate in lab meetings with the study PI, MD, and research team.
Coordinate day-to-day operations of clinical research studies in the ASCEND Lab.
Recruit, screen, schedule, consent, and track participants across all study phases.
Coordinate and facilitate study visits at the Anschutz Medical Campus. This includes TMS administration sessions, coordinating participant visits between the Brain Imaging Center (BIC) and TMS clinic, as well as oversight of participants completion of study measures.
Perform blood draws and transport biological samples to the Department of Psychiatry Genetics Core.
Enter and verify study data, conduct quality assurance checks, and maintain secure databases (e.g., REDCap).
Perform administrative tasks for the study such as prepare and maintain IRB and regulatory documentation, including continuing reviews and protocol amendments.
Participate in weekly lab meetings and maintain clear communication with the PI, study physician, and research team.