Clinical Research Coordinator
About The Position
The Clinical Research Coordinator plans, organizes, and implements human-subject research for the Dent Neurosciences Research Center (DNRC), following procedures established by research protocols. DNRC is a not-for-profit DENT affiliate focused on outcomes research and education, supported by foundations, industry, and personal contributions. It develops comprehensive, clinically relevant, cost-effective solutions to complex neurological problems in the community. The role requires strong communication and organizational abilities, problem-solving, computer and laboratory skills, and the ability to manage multiple studies at different stages. Communication includes direct verbal and telephone conversations as well as written interactions to exchange information and provide instruction. The position is on-site at Dent Tower in Amherst, with a Monday–Friday schedule from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (40 hours per week). It may involve occasional movement of study supplies or equipment, driving between offices, and periodic travel within the United States for investigator meetings and conferences.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent training.
- Personnel drawing blood must be credentialed under Dent's phlebotomy protocol.
- Personnel handling, packaging, or shipping hazardous goods must become IATA certified.
- All personnel must complete CITI, GCP, and NIH training.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Problem-solving skills.
- Computer skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects at different stages.
- Laboratory skills, particularly pipetting.
Nice To Haves
- Master's or PhD degree.
- Prior clinical research experience.
- CPR certification.
Responsibilities
- Plan, organize, and implement human-subject research for the Dent Neurosciences Research Center according to research protocols.
- Manage multiple research projects at different stages.
- Communicate and interact with others verbally, by telephone, and in writing to exchange information and provide instruction.
- Drive between offices as required by studies.
- Travel periodically throughout the United States for investigator meetings and conferences.
Benefits
- Work-life balance with set scheduling and no overnight shifts.
- Free onsite parking at all locations.
- Medical, dental, and vision plans.
- Life insurance.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- Critical illness, accident, and legal plans.
- Wellness program.
- Learning and development opportunities.
- Paid time off.
- Paid holidays.
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Job Type
Full-time
