Clinical Research Coordinator

ETSU•Jonesborough, TN

About The Position

The Center of Excellence for Inflammation, ID, and Immunity is seeking applicants for a Clinical Research Coordinator. This position will support clinical research in the Clinical Research Office of ETSU’s Center of Excellence for Inflammation, Infectious Diseases (CIIDI). Our Center has expanded in scope and has established a clinical core, with the addition of the Center of Excellence for HIV/ AIDS Care to the other scientific cores. The Clinical Research Coordinator will interface basic researchers and clinicians by facilitating specimen accrual to translational studies, particularly a new initiative with UTHSC focusing on genomic data merged with clinical data. The individual in this position will recruit subjects from studies, obtaining informed consent from subjects and clinical samples. This position will collect and/or process these samples for use and/or transport.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences, Nursing, or health-related field
One (1) year of experience in a clinical setting
Knowledge of good clinical practice, FDA, OHRP, and HIPAA policies.
Knowledge of research protocols, principles, and procedures.
Ability to demonstrate exceptional interpersonal skills to deal effectively with clinicians, patients, administrators, auxiliary personnel, and regulatory bodies.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from physicians, staff, and patients.
Ability to handle multiple projects in parallel.
Ability to prioritize quickly and appropriately.
Ability to pay attention to detail.
Ability to demonstrate excellent organizational skills to independently manage workflow.
Ability to demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.