Clinical Research Coordinator-Gastroenterology Hepatology and Nutrition
About The Position
The Clinical Research Coordinator coordinates and performs daily clinical research activities under approved protocols administered by the non-cancer College of Medicine Center for Clinical Research Management for the Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition in the Department of Internal Medicine. The role supports patient recruitment and enrollment, informed consent, study education, protocol-based appointments and testing, sample handling, standardized assessments, patient monitoring, clinical research data management, regulatory compliance, quality reviews, and development of research protocols. This is a patient-facing, on-site position based at University Hospital, with occasional travel to other OSUWMC outpatient locations.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences, Health Sciences, Social Sciences, or another medical field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- At least one year of relevant experience.
- Valid driver's license; occasional travel to other OSUWMC outpatient locations is required.
Nice To Haves
- Two to four years of relevant experience.
- Knowledge of medical terminology.
- Clinical research certification from an accredited certifying agency.
- Experience using Microsoft software applications.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and perform daily clinical research activities in accordance with approved protocols.
- Assess patient records to identify individuals eligible for specified clinical research protocols.
- Recruit, interview, and enroll patients, and obtain informed consent in compliance with regulatory and sponsor requirements.
- Educate patients and families about the purpose, goals, and processes of clinical studies.
- Coordinate patient-care appointments, procedures, and diagnostic testing according to study protocols.
- Participate in collecting, processing, and evaluating biological samples.
- Administer, evaluate, and calculate standardized scores for diagnostic, psychological, or behavioral tests and questionnaires.
- Assist with monitoring patients for adverse reactions and notify appropriate clinical professionals to evaluate responses and provide appropriate care.
- Document unfavorable responses and notify research sponsors and applicable regulatory agencies.
- Participate in evaluating patient compliance with study protocols.
- Assist with collecting, extracting, coding, and analyzing clinical research data; generate reports and review data for validity.
- Support compliance with Institutional Review Board, FDA, federal, state, and industry sponsor regulations.
- Assist with coordinating and preparing for external quality assurance and control reviews.
- Participate in developing new research protocols and contribute to establishing study goals that meet protocol requirements.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
