Clinical Research Coordinator (Varying levels); Radiation Oncology

UVA Health•Charlottesville, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Radiation Oncology is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) to join their team. This role, at varying levels (CRC 1, 2, or 3, Non-Licensed), involves a full spectrum of clinical research duties. The CRC will work with research participants, process laboratory specimens, manage data entry and record keeping, prepare materials, and screen prospective research participants. Key activities include assisting with clinical trial operations, recruiting and consenting participants, scheduling study visits, maintaining study documentation, collecting data, compiling adverse event information, and managing all collected data.

Requirements

CRC 1: Bachelor's Degree Required or equivalent combination of experience, education and or certifications. No experience required.
CRC 2: Bachelor's Degree Required or equivalent combination of experience, education and or certifications. At least one year of clinical research experience.
CRC 3: Bachelor's Degree Required or equivalent combination of experience, education and or certifications. Minimum of 3 years of clinical research experience required. Master’s degree may substitute for 1 year of clinical research experience.
Some experience in a healthcare setting and/or knowledge of medical terminology is preferred for CRC 1 and CRC 2.
Background checks, pre-employment health screenings, and drug screenings will be conducted on all new hires prior to employment.

Nice To Haves

Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC) and/or Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP) is preferred at the time of hire and is required within one year (for CRC 3).
Knowledge of medical terminology.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Programs (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
Ability to communicate effectively and problem solve.
Excellent reading and written communications skills.
Professional interpersonal skills via phone, email, virtual, or in person.
Strong assessment skills, and demonstrate an ability to learn new information quickly.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to multitask and adapt to changing priorities.
Flexibility to perform both sedentary and active tasks intermittently.
Self-motivated with the ability to work both independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

Working closely with Principal Investigators and other study team members on all clinical research projects assigned.
Screening, recruiting, and retention of research participants to meet study enrollment goals.
Obtaining informed consent from interested and eligible patients.
Scheduling participants for study visits and exams.
Preparing, collecting, and shipping subject assessments in a timely fashion such as surveys and laboratory specimens.
Reviewing participants’ medical records in order to track and report adverse events and deviations. Notifying the PI and supervisor of observed concerns or anomalies.
Entering data into study case report forms and electronic data capture systems while ensuring validity and accuracy.
Responding to internal and external data queries and audit findings.
Maintaining essential study documents such as training logs, CVs and licenses, and study communications.
Preparing and submitting regulatory documentation to the IRB such as: personnel changes, annual protocol continuations, protocol modifications, adverse event reports, unanticipated events.
Collaborating with physicians/investigators, clinic staff, regulatory personnel, sponsors and clinical trial leads.
Attending study specific meetings, monthly meetings and training meetings.
Demonstrate a continuously increasing level of clinical research knowledge gained through active participation in training and mentorship opportunities as well as self-guided learning.
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.
Other duties may be assigned.