Open Rank Intermediate and Senior Research Services Clinical Sciences Professional (Nights/Weekends)

University of Colorado•Aurora, CO

8d•$54,302 - $78,665•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Emergency Medicine and the Airways, Trauma, Lung Injury and Sepsis (ATLAS) Lab Research Program seeks motivated applicants for the position of Research Services Intermediate or Senior Professional for nights (between the hours of 5p-4a) during weekdays and/or weekends. The research projects focus on critically ill and injured patients in the Emergency Department and Intensive Care Units, including trauma and medical patients. This position is responsible for both observational and interventional clinical trial study coordinator duties within the ATLAS lab for single-center and multicenter trials, including screening, consenting, enrolling, and other duties as described below. The Principal Investigator is Adit Ginde, MD, MPH, Professor and Vice Chair for Research, Department of Emergency Medicine. This is an in-person position within the ATLAS lab, which offers a unique career and growth opportunity to serve as an integral member of a highly productive, collaborative, and vibrant research group conducting impactful health research in the care of acutely ill and injured patients. The diverse and complex patient population provides a rich learning environment and opportunities to expand the candidate's skillset across several research projects (including clinical trials and observational trials). The candidate will also be exposed to a like-minded research community to help enrich skills and enhance career growth. The ATLAS lab aims to advance solutions to the greatest challenges in acute care by leading transformative clinical trials. We are interested in candidates that have/want a direct connection to advancing medical knowledge and evidence-based care that can impact the lives of patients. Outside the ATLAS lab environment, the candidate will be a part of the larger University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus community. CU Anschutz is a prestigious public education, clinical and research academic institution serving 4,500 students, and a world-class medical destination at the forefront of life-changing science, medicine, and healthcare. The campus encompasses the University of Colorado health professional schools, more than 60 centers and institutes, and two nationally ranked independent hospitals - UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital and Children's Hospital Colorado - that treat more than two million adult and pediatric patients each year. CU Anschutz offers more than 42 highly rated degree programs through 6 schools and colleges and receives over $650 million in research awards each year. We are the single largest health professions education provider in Colorado, awarding nearly 1,450 degrees annually. Powered by our award-winning faculty, renowned researchers and a reputation for academic excellence, the CU Anschutz Medical Campus drives innovation from the classroom to the laboratory to the delivery of unparalleled patient care.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in any field
One (1) year clinical trials or related experience (Intermediate Professional)
Two (2) years clinical trials or related experience (Senior Professional)
A combination of education and related technical/military/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree on a year for year basis.
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.
Applicants must be willing and able to work nights (between the hours of 5pm-4am) during weekdays and/or weekends
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
Demonstrated commitment and leadership ability to advance diversity and inclusion
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 (Intermediate Professional)
Two (2) years of clinical trials experience (Intermediate Professional)
Experience with electronic data capture systems (e.g. EMR or EHR and data management systems) (Intermediate Professional)
Bachelor’s degree in science or health related field (Senior Professional)
Three (3) years of clinical trials or related experience (Senior Professional)
Experience with electronic data capture systems (e.g. EMR or EHR and data management systems) (Senior Professional)

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
Adhere to research regulatory standards
Maintain detailed records of studies to ensure compliance with requirements of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), study protocols, department, hospital/clinical standard operating procedures and other regulatory guidelines
Participate in subject recruitment efforts, including communicating with patients expressing an interest and all pre-screening/screening activities
Ensure that the necessary supplies and equipment for studies are in stock and in working order
Independently master study materials, including but not limited to protocols, informed consent forms, and all other essential study documents for assigned studies
Independently perform study related processes, procedures, and assessments as defined in study protocol and in compliance with regulating bodies
Assist Team Leads, Supervisors and/or management with creation and implementation of processes and procedures and quality improvement initiatives
Develops or assists with developing 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