Research Study Coordinator 1-OB/GYN

University of Tennessee•Memphis, TN

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology is seeking a highly motivated and independent Research Study Coordinator 1. This position is ideal for individuals with a strong interest in women's health and clinical research, particularly those planning to apply to graduate health professional programs or residency training. The Research Study Coordinator 1 works closely with faculty and research teams to support ongoing clinical and health services research projects, with opportunities for mentorship, professional development, and clinical exposure.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree. (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED)
One (1) year relevant work experience; OR a Master’s Degree will be accepted in lieu of experience; OR combination of education and experience to equal five (5) years.
Ability to read and interpret research protocols.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Knowledge of basic medical terms and how a health system operates.
Ability to be flexible with work hours to ensure that surgical specimens are collected in a timely fashion.

Responsibilities

Conducts weekly and daily screening of patients in the inpatient and outpatient settings to assess whether they meet study eligibility criteria.
Prepares consent forms, eligibility checklists, and other recruitment materials to present to Labor and Delivery, Triage, or other various outpatient clinics to consent and enroll patients.
Interacts with patients, nursing staff, and advance practice practitioners as part of the consenting and enrollment process.
Assists with regular record-keeping of enrollment numbers, protocol deviations, and adverse events.
Assists in the collection, transport, and storage of biological specimens.
Conducts data collection via medical record abstraction, observation, survey, or interview.
Observes surgical and clinical procedures for research purposes.
Engages in literature reviews, data analysis, manuscript writing, and research presentations.
Attends departmental and project specific research meetings.
Performs other related duties as assigned.