Clinical Research Coordinator Sr. (Biorepository)

Thomas Jefferson University • Philadelphia, PA

15h • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Clinical Research Coordinator supports IRB-approved oncology biobank operations within Thomas Jefferson University’s Biorepository. This role includes obtaining informed patient consent, coordination of specimen collection from clinical staff, processing specimens for long term storage, and accurate data management. The position requires strong communication skills and prior laboratory experience, as well as comfort interacting with clinical staff in operating rooms and the pathology department. Importantly, this is an operational and compliance-focused role and does not involve conducting any independent research. Job Description Development of collection specific documents, checklists, and workflows. Implement collection procedures, including obtaining informed consent from patients and procuring biospecimens. Process and prepare laboratory samples for long-term storage in accordance with established protocols. Enter detailed information regarding specimen collection, processing, and patient chart review into designated databases. Participate in designated after-hours coverage during select nights and weekends to respond to freezer alarms as needed and ensure specimen integrity. Coordinate and manage projects supported by the biorepository. Trains Clinical Research Coordinators on the proper procedures for conducting project specific collections. Assist the Lab Manager with routine laboratory maintenance, equipment upkeep, and preparation for College of American Pathologists (CAP) inspections, including documentation review and audit readiness tasks. Prepare interim reports, summaries, and statistics to support project oversight and compliance. Organize, maintain, and securely store all documentation and data related to biospecimen collection, processing, and consent. Provide clerical and technical support to ensure adherence to biorepository workflows and maintain the accuracy and integrity of all collected information. Office 50% Hospital 30% Laboratory 20%

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent and 4 years of relevant experience or Bachelor’s degree/Master’s degree and previous experience preferred.
• strong communication skills
• prior laboratory experience
• comfort interacting with clinical staff in operating rooms and the pathology department

Responsibilities

• Development of collection specific documents, checklists, and workflows.
• Implement collection procedures, including obtaining informed consent from patients and procuring biospecimens.
• Process and prepare laboratory samples for long-term storage in accordance with established protocols.
• Enter detailed information regarding specimen collection, processing, and patient chart review into designated databases.
• Participate in designated after-hours coverage during select nights and weekends to respond to freezer alarms as needed and ensure specimen integrity.
• Coordinate and manage projects supported by the biorepository.
• Trains Clinical Research Coordinators on the proper procedures for conducting project specific collections.
• Assist the Lab Manager with routine laboratory maintenance, equipment upkeep, and preparation for College of American Pathologists (CAP) inspections, including documentation review and audit readiness tasks.
• Prepare interim reports, summaries, and statistics to support project oversight and compliance.
• Organize, maintain, and securely store all documentation and data related to biospecimen collection, processing, and consent.
• Provide clerical and technical support to ensure adherence to biorepository workflows and maintain the accuracy and integrity of all collected information.

Benefits

• Jefferson offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, as well as voluntary benefits, which provide colleagues with access to group rates on insurance and discounts.
• Colleagues have access to tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service.
• All colleagues, including those who work less than part-time (including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps ), have access to medical (including prescription) insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees