Senior Clinical Research Coordinator

University of Chicago • Hyde Park, VT

2d • $70,000 - $85,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Section of Cardiology was founded in 1950 and has a proud history. We are now charting a new course that will propel us to the forefront of cardiovascular medicine. The strength of the Section reflects the quality and dedication of its faculty, trainees, and support staff and is enhanced by the rich environment at the University of Chicago. The Section of Cardiology, within the Department of Medicine, is a highly collaborative workplace on the main campus of the University of Chicago.

The Senior Clinical Research Coordinator, is an on-site, patient-facing, specialized researcher partnering with the Principal Investigator (PI) and under the direction of the section’s clinical research manager. While the PI is primarily responsible for the overall design, conduct, and management of the clinical trial, the Sr. CRC, plays a critical role in the conduct of various studies. S/he supports, facilitates, and independently coordinates the daily clinical trial activities to ensure compliance with federal and institutional regulations.. The Sr. CRC works with the PI, department, sponsor, and institution to support and provide guidance on the administration, compliance, financial and other related aspects of various clinical studies. The Sr. CRC will support and expand the University of Chicago’s Electrophysiology Program through the volume of clinical trials opened, participants recruited, and number of sites where trials are offered.

Requirements

• Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
• Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree in related field.
• Clinical research experience or relevant experience.
• Experience coordinating multiple studies (e.g., investigator initiated, industry sponsored, multi-site trials).
• Excellent communication skills, orally and written.
• Create and deliver presentations.
• Develop and manage interpersonal relationships.
• Maintain a high level of alertness.
• Ability to multi-task successfully.
• Prioritize work appropriately and meet deadlines.
• Work autonomously, effectively, and collegially.
• Facilitate collaboration between university and hospital leadership.
• Familiarity with EPIC – electronic medical record.

Responsibilities

• Manages all aspects of conducting clinical trials including screening, consenting, enrollment, subject follow-up, completion of case report forms, adverse event reports, data entry, specimen collection, processing, and shipment.
• Prepare for and assist with audits, inspections, and monitoring visits from regulatory agencies or sponsors.
• Coordinates the conduct of the study from start-up through close-out, including recruitment, obtaining informed consent, screening study subjects, collecting research data, ensuring protocol adherence, and data integrity.
• Perform quality assurance for data integrity of multi-site investigator-initiated projects.
• Plans and coordinates patient schedules for study procedures, return visits, and study treatment schedules.
• Performs assessments at visits and monitors for adverse events.
• Organizes and attends site visits from sponsors and other relevant study meetings.
• Maintains accurate and complete records which may include, but are not limited to, signed informed consent, relevant IRB approvals, source documentation, drug dispensing logs, and study related communication.
• Understands the IRB submission and review process and when and how to apply for IRB review, including facilitation of study initiation through meticulous and timely preparation of IRB submissions independently.
• Accountable for all tasks in complex clinical studies.
• Performs various professional, organizational, and operational tasks under limited supervision.
• Acts as a resource on clinical research and related aspects of clinical study for other clinical research staff.
• Accountable for complex problem solving on assigned clinical research studies and professional tasks.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Benefits

• The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees