Clinical Research Coordinator, Night-shift; Emergency Medicine

University of Virginia•Charlottesville, VA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Emergency Medicine at the University of Virginia (UVA) School of Medicine is seeking applicants for a night-shift Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) to join our growing team of research professionals. This position is open to applicants who meet the requirements for Clinical Research Coordinator 1 or 2, non-licensed. The Emergency Medicine Research Office (EMRO) research portfolio includes investigational drug trials, investigational device trials, and observational research studies. It conducts federally funded and investigator-initiated trials in several areas of medicine, including but not limited to cardiovascular disease, pulmonary and infectious disease, status epilepticus, motor vehicle crash injury research, head injury research, and gastrointestinal-related illnesses. Individuals seeking this position must have strong organizational skills, excellent written and oral communication skills, and the ability to learn new information quickly. EMRO collaborates with study investigators inside and outside of the Emergency Department. Therefore, this role offers the ability to work at a high level with both data and people in the Emergency Department, intensive care units, acute care floors, and outpatient clinics. This position works closely with physicians, nurses, research staff, and study subjects. Varied shifts may be requested in order to complete required study-related procedures within specified time windows. Individuals seeking this position must have knowledge of medical terminology, have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and be adaptable and resourceful in the workplace. Several studies managed by EMRO require the collection, processing, and shipment of biospecimens. Candidates with phlebotomy and/or laboratory experience will be highly considered.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree Required or equivalent combination of experience, education and or certifications.
CRC1 non-licensed Experience: None. Some experience in a healthcare setting and/or knowledge of medical terminology is preferred.
CRC2 non-licensed Experience: At least one year of clinical research experience. Some experience in a healthcare setting and/or knowledge of medical terminology is preferred.
Strong organizational skills
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to learn new information quickly
Knowledge of medical terminology
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Adaptable and resourceful in the workplace

Nice To Haves

Phlebotomy experience
Laboratory experience
Experience in a healthcare setting
Knowledge of medical terminology
Effective use of Microsoft 365 Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Teams)
Experience with electronic medical records, PACS
Proficiency in computer/automated systems for data purposes
Familiarity with SPSS, R, or other data management and analysis systems

Responsibilities

Adhere to study protocols and ensure the completion of the study-related visits and procedures
Communicate study information to nurses, patients, and physicians
Recruit, screen, and enroll study participants who meet eligibility criteria
Obtain informed consent from study participants and documenting process of informed consent
Collect basic information through scripted and non-scripted interviews
Collection of study participant data, maintaining appropriate logs, and data entry into various electronic platforms
Collection, processing, and shipment of laboratory specimens
Continuously enhance clinical research knowledge through participation in training, mentorship, and self-directed learning
Other duties may be assigned.