National Research Coordinator

National Jewish Health•Denver, CO

About The Position

Functions as a traveling research coordinator serving clinical centers across the United States. Works with local research teams or independently to develop, implement, and coordinate clinical research. The role performs diverse administrative duties requiring analysis, sound judgment, and detailed knowledge of study protocols. Frequent travel to clinical centers throughout the calendar year is required. The coordinator supports study operations from participant recruitment and scheduling through study visits, documentation, medication dispensing under investigator direction, and regulatory compliance. The role may also perform clinical tests and procedures, maintain patient and research records, and provide backup coverage for staff absences and vacancies. Work must comply with National Jewish Health and local-center policies, study protocols, applicable regulations, and departmental competency and training requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
Valid driver’s license.
Local IRB certification before or within one week of arriving at any clinical center, including HIPAA and GCP training and any training required by the local institution.
Ability to travel frequently to clinical centers across the United States.
Ability to comply with applicable institutional policies, study protocols, and regulatory requirements.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience as a clinical research coordinator or clinical research monitor.
Current ACRP or SOCRA Clinical Research Coordinator Certification (CCRC or CCRP), or Clinical Research Associate (CCRA) certification.
CPR/BLS certification may be required at each clinical center before independent patient contact.

Responsibilities

Log and report activities daily.
Organize travel, including securing arrangements, retaining travel receipts, and submitting receipts for reimbursement.
Learn and comply with applicable Good Clinical Practice, FDA, NIH, HIPAA, and ICH requirements, as well as National Jewish Health and local-center policies and procedures.
Review consent forms, protocols, and IRB submission documents to understand study purposes and details and help prevent protocol deviations.
Communicate in a timely, positive, and effective manner with research team members, colleagues, and study subjects.
Recruit and interview prospective study subjects, explain study details by phone and in person, and work toward recruitment goals.
Schedule participant research activities and coordinate space, laboratory, and physician support.
Dispense study medication under the direction of the Principal Investigator or Sub-investigators.
Assure protocol compliance, complete required records, and schedule monitoring and subject visits.
Review study records after each visit for completeness and accuracy.
Transfer source documentation into the Case Report Form within 24 hours of a subject visit.
Maintain patient and clinical research files, including ongoing updates to medical history, allergies, and concomitant medications.
Identify and implement improvements to work and surroundings, seek supervision appropriately, plan work effectively, and complete assignments in a timely manner.
As needed, perform spirometry and other pulmonary function tests, electrocardiograms, measurements of blood pressure, pulse, height, weight, and temperature, phlebotomy, specimen processing, and data collection and formatting in Excel.
Accurately record and report pertinent information in patient records.
Complete subject competencies, including age-specific competencies, and maintain training for tests and procedures as required by policy and protocol.
Provide care and services that recognize age-specific needs and issues.
Provide backup coverage for staff absences and vacancies as needed.
Follow National Jewish Health and unit policies and procedures, including time and attendance policies, and applicable safety, infection-control, and regulatory requirements.
Be available for scheduled work, report on time, accept supervision, work well with others, wear appropriate identification and PPE, and complete required annual training.
Promote a workplace culture of mutual respect, fairness, and equal opportunity.

Benefits

Multiple Cigna medical plans; Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts available with some plans.
Paid time off for vacation and sick days, plus six paid holidays.
Dental and vision plans, with coverage effective the first of the month after hire.
403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions after two years.
Wellness incentives of up to $200 annually for preventive health activities.
Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 annually for full-time and part-time employees.
Child Care Assistance through a childcare Flexible Spending Account with an annual employer contribution.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligible employer.
Employer-paid disability and life insurance, with optional buy-up choices.
Voluntary benefits including Accident, Hospital Indemnity, and Legal Plan coverage.
Discounts on local services, insurance, and RTD bus passes.