Clinical Research Coordinator, Psychiatry & Neurobehavioral Sciences

University of Virginia

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Reproductive Psychiatry Research Program (RPRP), brainchild of Dr. Jennifer L. Payne is seeking to add a Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) to the team. The goals of the studies conducted at RPRP is to understand the genetic, biological and psychological causes of the reproductive related mood disorders.
The Clinical Research Coordinator will work on a Department of Defense sponsored single site study, prospective, longitudinal study. Aim of the study is to develop a blood/saliva test which is predictive of postpartum depression. The blood or saliva test is still investigational and not FDA approved. This is remote study where 1000 participants will be recruited from all over the country.

Requirements

• Clinical Research Coordinator, Non-Licensed
• Education: Bachelor's Degree Required or equivalent combination of experience, education and or certifications.
• Experience: None. Some experience in a healthcare setting and/or knowledge of medical terminology is preferred.
• Licensure: None.
• Clinical Research Coordinator, Licensed
• Education: Bachelor's Degree Required or equivalent combination of experience, education and or certifications. Nursing Diploma may substitute for Degree for Licensed Registered Nurse.
• Experience: None.
• Licensure: Licensed to Practice in Clinical Profession such as (but not limited to): Registered Nurse, Athletic Training, Pharmacology, Medical Technology, Physical Therapy or Registered Respiratory Therapy.

Nice To Haves

• Some experience in a healthcare setting and/or knowledge of medical terminology is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with an experienced CRC and/or Principal Investigator to learn the full scope of clinical research duties. Learn how to read and follow a clinical trial protocol as it is written.
• Demonstrate a clear understanding of the importance of patient safety in clinical research and identify the components of a clinical trial protocol that are employed to protect patient safety.
• Engage in the following study conduct activities: recruitment, prescreen and identify eligible patients, screen, obtain and document informed consent, enroll subjects in a study and follow up until the end of the study.
• Manage ongoing study conduct activities such as: coordinate study visits, maintain concomitant medication records, track and report adverse events, organize subject study payments.
• Collect and enter study data in a timely fashion, maintain corresponding documentation.
• Collect, process, store and ship study specimens as needed.
• Assist in preparation and maintenance of existing study documentation such as: study visit schedules, study drug diaries, monitoring and or training logs, equipment records or study communications.
• Prepare basic regulatory documentation to the IRB such as: annual protocol continuations, and minor protocol modifications.
• Become familiar with the various electronic platforms utilized in clinical research such as: IRB Pro, Protocol Builder, CRConnect, OnCore, Epic, REDCap, EDC, Payment Work.
• Demonstrate a continuously increasing level of clinical research knowledge gained through active participation in training and mentorship opportunities as well as self-guided learning.
• In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

Benefits

• Salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
• This is a non-exempt-level, benefited position. Learn more about UVA benefits.
• This is a restricted position, which is dependent on funding and is contingent upon funding availability.

What This Job Offers

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