Clinical Research Coordinator (Varying levels); Radiation Oncology

University of Virginia

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of to join our team. A Clinical Research Coordinator 1/2/3, Non-Licensed, performs a full range of clinical research duties including working with research participants, processing laboratory specimens, data entry, record keeping, materials preparation, and reviewing of prospective research participants. Clinical Research Coordinators will also assist with clinical trial-related activities, recruit, screen, and consent potential study participants, schedule study visits, prepare and maintain study documentation, collect data at all study visits, compile adverse event data, and manage all data collected.

Requirements

• CRC 1 non-licensed Education: Bachelor's Degree Required or equivalent combination of experience, education and or certifications. Experience: None. Some experience in a healthcare setting and/or knowledge of medical terminology is preferred.
• CRC 2 non-licensed Education: Bachelor's Degree Required or equivalent combination of experience, education and or certifications. Experience: At least one year of clinical research experience. Some experience in a healthcare setting and/or knowledge of medical terminology is preferred.
• CRC 3 non-licensed Education: Bachelor's Degree Required or equivalent combination of experience, education and or certifications. Experience: Minimum of 3 years of clinical research experience required. Master’s degree may substitute for 1 year of clinical research experience.
• Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC) and/or Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP) is preferred at the time of hire and is required within one year.

Nice To Haves

• 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.
• In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

Benefits

• Salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
• This is a benefited position. Learn more about UVA benefits.
• This is a restricted position, which is dependent on funding and is contingent upon funding availability.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees