Research Study Coordinator 2-Obstetrics and Gynecology

University of Tennessee•Memphis, TN

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Research Study Coordinator 2 plans, directs, and coordinates activities related to clinical research in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology. This position is responsible for understanding research protocols and regulatory guidelines and accurately completing research tasks in order to achieve the goals of the projects and the department. This is a grant-funded position funded until July 1, 2027, with potential for extension based on funding availability.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED)
Two (2) years related experience; OR a combination of education and experience to equal six (6) years.
Ability to communicate and collaborate in a professionally.
Excellent reading comprehension.
Excellent time management.
Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology.
Proficient computer skills and readiness to learn new software and equipment.
Accuracy and attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

May require occasional overnight travel.

Responsibilities

Submits new protocols for institutional approval bodies and observes reporting requirements of these bodies throughout the study.
Assists in study planning and development, including protocol development, creating study forms, and mediating budget and contract communications.
Conducts and documents surveys, patient interviews, or observational data per protocol requirements.
Creates and maintains study logs for effective trial management; maintains regulatory documents and study communications in the appropriate projects critical documents binder.
Coordinates daily study activities and communicates with study personnel to ensure adequate staff coverage for protocol and regulatory requirements.
Learns the protocols and procedures of each study as assigned and be prepared to perform delegated duties as required by the protocol.
Monitors and documents adverse events, protocol deviations, and barriers to success.
Trains clinical or research staff to specific research protocols as indicated or assigned.
Performs or assists with the collection, documentation, processing and shipping of lab samples.
Abstracts patient health information for entry into research data collection forms.
Completes required training certifications (CITI, IATA, lab safety, etc.) and comply to relevant guidelines.
Performs other duties as assigned.