Research Coordinator - Surgery Research

Nevada System of Higher Education•Evanston, IL

3d•$25 - $37•Onsite

About The Position

Primary and back-up coordination of multiple studies, with minimal supervision. Ensures study protocols are followed and deadlines are met. Perform literature reviews and assist with manuscript writing. Trains and mentors junior staff members (Research Assistants and Senior Research Assistants) and ensures compliance with all regulatory and institutional guidelines. Proactively identifies and resolves study-related issues to maintain study integrity and timelines. Manages basic financial activities including invoicing and tracking revenue and expenses for assigned research projects.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Science or Social Science preferred.
CCRP/ACRP certification or SRA International/NCURA certificate (or similar) preferred, as appropriate to the specific role.
1-3 years of research experience with strong knowledge of the clinical research study process preferred.
Phlebotomy skills highly preferred (phlebotomy skills will be required as part of the job).
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Organizational and problem-solving abilities.
Basic computer skills.
Highly compliant with respect to research policies and procedures.
CITI Training Certification including: Human Subject Research, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Financial Conflict of Interest (FCOI), Shipping and Transport of Regulated Biological Materials

Responsibilities

Coordinate all aspects of assigned research studies independently within the Clinical Research Unit, including screening, recruiting, and consenting participants, scheduling and coordinating study visits, procedures, and participant follow-up activities.
Develop and implement study-specific procedures and workflows while ensuring protocol compliance.
Perform phlebotomy, process and ship lab specimens, and perform ECGs as required by study protocols.
Train and mentor Research Assistants and Senior Research Assistants on study protocols and procedures.
Maintain regulatory files including IRB submissions, correspondence, and essential documents and represent the research team in sponsor and IRB communications.
Monitor data collection, ensure quality standards, and identify potential protocol deviations.
Serve as backup coordinator for additional studies and communicate regularly with investigators and sponsors.
Prepare and submit invoices for assigned research projects while tracking revenue and expenses against budgets.
Proactively troubleshoot study-related challenges and implement corrective actions to maintain timelines.
Collect, enroll, de-identify, and ship biological samples and quality controls as per protocol in a research laboratory.
Maintain a neat, clean, well-stocked, and safe work area.