Human Subject Research Coordinator Trainee

University of Rochester

1d • $19 - $26 • Onsite

About The Position

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.

This position assists with the activities associated with human subject research. The trainee will learn and apply the details of the protocol, including inclusion and exclusion criteria, informed consent procedures, study activities, source documentation and case report form (CRFs) completion, and adverse event reporting. They will also assist in human subject recruitment and screening activities, track research participant adherence, and document dispensing and returning of study materials.

Requirements

• Associate's degree required
• Equivalent combination of education and experience

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience as a Phlebotomist preferred
• Word processing and data analysis software preferred

Responsibilities

• Assists with the administrative details required to initiate and conduct human subject research, including receiving, distributing, and explaining study information, such as protocol and human subject recruitment materials, to immediate team members and relevant others.
• Tracks regulatory and other documents, such as consent forms and case report forms (CRFs), and ensures these are complete, accurate, and available for review.
• Learns and applies the details of the protocol, including inclusion and exclusion criteria, informed consent procedures, study activities, source documentation and case report form (CRFs) completion, and adverse event reporting.
• Assists in human subject recruitment and screening activities, including reviewing study site patient databases and office records for patients that meet the protocol inclusion criteria, processing biospecimens and conducting telephone interviews to screen potential study candidates.
• Tracks research participant adherence with protocol requirements, such as taking of medications, proper use of device and/or other interventional activities, to document adverse events and report to senior study staff, PI, Institutional Review Board (IRB), Sponsor and/or any other required recipients or entities.
• Tracks and documents the dispensing and returning of study materials, such as study drugs and devices.
• Keeps current with industry standards, best practices, and trends in therapeutic areas relevant to research studies.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree