Clinical Research Professional (Open Rank: Intermediate – Principal)

University of Colorado•Aurora, CO

9h•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Ophthalmology is seeking a Clinical Sciences Professional to assist with both industry and investigator-initiated clinical research protocols. The Clinical Science Professional will work closely with and provide support for Principal Investigators and the Director of Epidemiology. The position will be based at the Anschutz Medical Campus. Intermediate and Senior/Principal Clinical Science Professionals perform clinical research related functions which may include patient-oriented research or research conducted with human subjects. Patient-oriented research includes mechanisms of human disease, therapeutic interventions, clinical trials, or development of new technologies. Intermediate and Senior Clinical Science Professionals may also assist with epidemiologic and behavioral studies and/or outcomes research and health services research. Some assignments will not move beyond this level. This position will work within a department of ophthalmology clinical research team, providing broad research support to faculty on their research projects. Duties will include recruitment of study subjects, contacting patients for retrospective data collection, database management, and input. The research studies will primarily be focused on pharmaceutical clinical trials as well as bio banking and broad data management studies.

Requirements

Intermediate Professional Bachelor’s degree in any field. A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor’s degree on a year for year basis. One (1) year clinical research or related experience.
Senior Professional Bachelor’s degree in any field. A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor’s degree on a year for year basis. Two (2) years of clinical research or related experience.
Principal Professional Bachelor’s degree in any field. A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor’s degree on a year for year basis. Three (3) years clinical research or relate experience.
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
Knowledge and understanding of federal regulations and Good Clinical Practice (GCP).
Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
Outstanding customer service skills.
Demonstrated commitment and leadership ability to advance diversity and inclusion.
Knowledge of basic human anatomy, physiology medical terminology.
Ability to interpret and master complex research protocol information.
Experience working with patients.
Candidate must have the ability to work in a dynamic team environment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in science or health related field.
Two (2) years of clinical research or related experience.
Experience with electronic data capture systems (e.g. EMR or EHR and data management systems).
Phlebotomy Certification.
Fluent in Spanish and able to pass a medical interpreter exam.
One years’ experience using REDCap or equivalent to build and manage multiple projects.
Nursing background would be a plus.
Experience working with patients.

Responsibilities

Assist and aid PI with work retaining to grant submission and data deadlines.
Work with PI on research abstract submission, while also working individually on our research and projects.
Interact with PI and other PIs in the ophthalmology department about new research opportunities.
Communicate expectations with junior team members and be a resource for them.
Analyzing data for multiple research studies and presenting analyses to PIs.
Participates in information gathering for grant applications and submissions.
Provide leadership and mentorship to division’s research coordinators, temporary employees, and student workers.
Performs ophthalmic testing including protocol specified refraction, visual acuity, tonometry, pachymetry, perimetry, imaging and vitals.
Assist PI in research advocacy and interfacing between the IRB, UCD, UCH, CHCO, clinical teams and community providers.
Help design and implement programs to improve participants understanding of research.
Ensure fair and responsible recruitment and provide a safe and supportive environment for patients with diseases of the eye.
Collaborates with PI and research team on the development, implementation, maintenance and adherence of departmental strategies, policies, procedures, and best practices.
Monitors overall compliance with all applicable regulatory bodies.
Ensure that clinical trials are conducted in accordance with state and federal regulations, Good Clinical Practice regulations and institutional standard operating procedures.
Independently master study materials, including but not limited to protocols, informed consent forms, and all other essential study documents for assigned studies
Independently perform study-related processes, procedures, and assessments as defined in study protocol and in compliance with regulating bodies
Work on the creation and implementation of processes and procedures and quality improvement initiatives
Act as a Primary Coordinator on studies