Senior Clinical Research Coordinator - Women's Services - Baptist

Ochsner Clinic Foundation • New Orleans, LA

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About The Position

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways. At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today! This job evaluates initiates and maintains activities related to the conduct of clinical trials in multiple assigned area(s) of responsibility. Communicates effectively with external funding agencies and sponsors, other departments, departmental staff and patients to assure the understanding of the requirements of conducting and participating in clinical trials. Independently organizes and manages all documentation and regulatory submissions as required by the sponsor of the trial, regulatory agencies, Research division/OHS policy and patient care requirements of Ochsner. Functions as project manager for clinical trials in assigned area(s) of responsibility and serves as an escalation point for junior level departmental staff for problem resolution and support.

Requirements

• Education Required - High School diploma or equivalent
• Work Experience Required - 9 years relevant research experience; or 6 years of research experience in a clinical setting with a Bachelor of Science degree
• Certifications Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association
• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of required job information.
• Must be proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard, and various software packages specific to role.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the required job processes.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Critical thinking skills to apply to the process of trial evaluation and submission, particularly the development of study related budgets, contracts and patient consent documents.
• Ability to effectively work independently.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
• Working knowledge and experience in clinical research.
• Ability and willingness to learn and apply new techniques.
• Reliable transportation to travel across the system.
• Ability to work flexible hours, when applicable.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred - Bachelor's degree in Science or related field; Master's degree in Public Health or related field
• Preferred- Experience in area of assigned clinical specialty
• Experience in clinical research
• Experience with data entry and data base management

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and oversees the regulatory processes as they relate to the evaluation, initiation, maintenance, closure and internal and external audit of clinical trials and other research activity.
• Coordinates and oversees patient (study participant) activity as it relates to the conduct of research and clinical trials.
• Develops and maintains all required documentation as it relates to the conduct of assigned clinical trials and associated patient care.
• Conducts daily work and clinical trial activity in accordance with Good Clinical Practice Guidelines.
• Maintains competency in requirements and regulations associated with the conduct of clinical trials and other related research activity.
• Supports department, divisions and institutional goals.
• Provides mentorship, professional development and support to other Clinical Research Coordinators.
• Other related duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees