Clinical Research Coordinator A/B (OBGYN - Pregnancy and Perinatal Research Center)

University of Pennsylvania

5d•$47,313 - $53,418

About The Position

The Clinical Research Coordinator organizes, coordinates, and implements research studies for the Penn Pregnancy & Perinatal Research Center. The coordinator is responsible for study activities including participant recruitment and consent, biospecimen collection, study visits and follow-up, data management, and regulatory documentation. The position requires collaboration with clinical staff, nurse coordinators, investigators, patients, and community partners. The Clinical Research Coordinator B performs the responsibilities of the A position and additionally coordinates participant visit scheduling with investigators and nurse practitioners, ensures that tests and assessments are completed at each visit, reports adverse events and ensures investigator review and follow-up, and prepares detailed documentation of study activities. The position is contingent upon continued funding.

Requirements

Clinical Research Coordinator A: Bachelor of Science degree and 1–2 years of related experience in research and clinical study methodologies, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Clinical Research Coordinator B: Bachelor of Science degree and 2–3 years of related experience in research and clinical study methodologies, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must be able to work flexible hours.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong planning, organizational, and prioritizing capabilities, along with problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

Screen patients in detail for eligibility across multiple studies.
Obtain informed consent from patients participating in multiple studies.
Collaborate with the clinical team to provide positive participant encounters.
Provide clinical services, including phlebotomy, and obtain biospecimens as required by study protocols.
Respond to study participants’ phone calls and conduct telephone follow-up according to study protocols.
Collect and manage data according to study protocols; maintain source documents, case report forms, and individual patient records.
Collect and report timely, valid, and accurate data; respond to database queries and conduct chart reviews as needed.
Maintain study compliance and integrity in collaboration with the nurse coordinator, investigators, and patients.
Coordinate with community partners as needed to encourage recruitment and retention.
For the CRC-B role, coordinate participant visit scheduling with study investigators and nurse practitioners according to protocol.
For the CRC-B role, ensure tests and assessments are performed at each visit, report adverse events, and ensure investigator review and appropriate follow-up.
For the CRC-B role, prepare detailed documentation of study activities.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits.
Flexible spending accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
Tuition assistance for employees, spouses, and dependent children; dependent children may also receive assistance at other institutions.
Basic, matching, and supplemental retirement plans, with investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.
Substantial time away from work during the year.
Long-term care insurance.
Wellness and work-life programs and resources.
Professional and personal development resources.
Access to University resources, cultural activities, libraries, athletic facilities, arboretum, and art galleries.
Discounts and special services, including arts and cultural venues, transportation, mortgages, and various goods and services.
Flexible work options and hours.
Forgivable homeownership loan for eligible employees buying a home or residing in West Philadelphia.
Adoption expense reimbursement for eligible employees, for up to two adoptions in the household.