Research Coordinator 2 -- Department of Medicine, Division of Hematology & Oncology

University of Washington Medical Center•Seattle, WA

1d•$65,352 - $80,004•Hybrid

About The Position

The Department of Medicine, Division of Hematology and Oncology, is hiring a Research Coordinator 2 to join the Johnsen Laboratory. Reporting to the Johnsen Lab Research Manager, this position supports clinical study coordination and central laboratory needs for clinical and translational hematology studies investigating mechanisms underlying variation in bleeding, clotting, and blood cells. The role includes coordinating sample intake, maintaining records, and creating and implementing protocols to support a national data resource. The position is based on-site at the Johnsen Laboratory at the University of Washington South Lake Union campus and may be eligible for a hybrid telework schedule based on business needs. The work takes place in laboratory, clinical research, and administrative office areas and may involve occasional workday travel to local affiliate locations. The role supports clinical study operations, participant recruitment and visits, sample handling and tracking, and laboratory projects.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related field and two years of experience in human studies, or equivalent education and/or experience where permitted.
Experience as a clinical study coordinator working with participants in screening, enrollment, and study visits.
Experience assembling sample collection supplies, receiving biological samples, and adhering to protocol schedules.
Blood-borne pathogen training and experience handling blood samples, including processing biological samples in a BSL-2 environment.
Experience with ultracold freezers, dry ice, and liquid nitrogen.
Experience with database entry, sample tracking, and biorepositories.
Strong computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, Zoom, and REDCap.
Fluent and clear communication in English.
Physical ability to lift up to 20 pounds, reach overhead, and walk moderately.
Ability to multitask and adapt to changing priorities while maintaining a professional demeanor.

Nice To Haves

Strong organization, attention to detail, and communication skills.
Experience working in teams to arrange protocol-compliant sample collection and form completion with study participants.
Experience coordinating sample collection, processing, and shipping with local providers, clinics, and laboratories.
Experience communicating with a biorepository team.
Experience coordinating with other coordinators to accomplish study goals under the oversight of senior coordinators.

Responsibilities

Manage daily clinical operations of assigned research studies in accordance with regulatory requirements, GCP guidelines, and institutional policies under PI supervision.
Oversee participant recruitment, enrollment data, and study goals, and work with study teams and community members on recruitment and retention strategies.
Review candidate screening information, including provider referrals and medical records, and interview candidates virtually to assess study eligibility.
Develop, maintain, revise, and use study implementation tools, including data collection tools, reference materials, and study-specific orders.
Coordinate participant blood draws and study visits according to protocol, communicating with participants and providers to ensure required procedures, tests, and activities are completed.
Complete requisition forms and assemble and ship sample collection kits.
Receive and process laboratory samples and enter specimen data into study databases and information systems.
May assist with laboratory assays.
Provide input into and occasionally lead the design or implementation of assays, experiments, or data analysis for laboratory and collaborative projects.