Research Services Clinical Sciences Professional OPEN RANK (Intermediate – Senior)

University of Colorado•Aurora, CO

8d•Onsite

About The Position

This position will act as a clinical research coordinator for the Emily Lindley Research Lab, assisting with studies related to non-opioid alternatives for treatment of chronic musculoskeletal pain. This position is posted as “open rank,” meaning the selected candidate may be hired at either the intermediate or senior level, depending on the relevant experience of the selected candidate, as well as the business needs and budgetary considerations of the hiring department. Intermediate 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. Senior 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. 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.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in any field.
A combination of education and related technical/military/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree on a year for year basis.
One (1) year clinical research or related experience (Intermediate Level).
Two (2) years clinical research or related experience (Senior Level).
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.
Knowledge of basic human anatomy, physiology medical terminology.
Ability to interpret and master complex research protocol information.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in science or health related field.
Three (3) years of clinical research or related experience.
Experience with electronic data capture systems (e.g. EMR or EHR and data management systems).

Responsibilities

Assist with and oversee the day -to-day operations of clinical trials and studies
Obtain study subject’s medical history and current medication information, reviews research protocol inclusion/exclusion criteria, and confirms eligibility of subject to participate in clinical trial
Perform informed consent process or ensures that the informed consent process has occurred, is properly documented, and that informed consent form documents are filed as required
Interview prospective subjects for a variety of research clinical trials.
Educate potential subjects on the details of the studies through phone contacts and personal interviews
Schedule subject participation in research clinical trial, coordinating availability of necessary space, and clinical research support (e.g., physician, nurse practitioner, laboratory, radiology, pharmacy)
Collect, code, and analyze data obtained from research in an accurate and timely manner
Assist with developing or develops protocol-specific systems and documents including process flows, training manuals, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Case Report Forms (CRFs).
Maintains subject level documentation and prepares documents, equipment and/or supplies
Assist with identifying issues related to operational efficiency and shares results with leadership
Collect information to determine feasibility, recruitment and retention strategies.
Employ, evaluate and assist with the implementation of innovative solutions to maximize recruitment and retention
Serve as a resource and participate in study initiation and close out duties
Drive cargo van (e.g. Sprinter Van) that is converted into a Mobile Pharmacology Lab to research subjects’ homes. A second study team member will always accompany the driver.
Draw blood samples from research subjects