Job Description:

Clinical Research Coordinator II

Essential duties include: review medical records and completion of Case Report Forms (CRF's) as required by Study Protocols, assist with handling MRI data and images for Research Studies for transferring to Study Sponsors, attend research meetings and provide updates for our site regarding study status, perform data quality control and query, prepare periodic written and oral report summaries, coordinate recruitment (e.g., screen eligible patients through medical record review, create and post study recruitment material), consent and enroll human participants from clinic and hospital areas, schedule research participants to complete research activities, collect biospecimens (blood, saliva, CSF, & brain tissue) and complete tests ( MRI, biometric device) and questionnaires, coordinate shipping or transfer of samples, assist IRB documents (amendments, continual review), maintain detailed records of research activities (study protocols, records of subject enrollment and sample collection), maintain and order supplies as needed for research projects, maintain the office workspace area in a clean and safe condition, and perform other routine duties as assigned.

Job Summary

Conducts research assessments on study participants. Assists with and adheres to Institutional Review Board (IRB) renewal, modification, and approved protocols. Assists with training staff. Ensures adherence to protocols and corrects issues with data collection.

Essential Functions

The Clinical Research Coordinator II performs recruitment of patients and healthy human research participants for studies that aim to gain insights into the diseases of neurosurgery, such as Hydrocephalus, Craniosynostosis, Brain Tumors, and Spinal disorders. The main tasks include coordinating recruitment, consenting and enrolling research participants, scheduling of participants to complete various research activities, collecting and handling human biological specimens such as blood, saliva, CSF, and brain tissue, reviewing records, entering research data, performing database management, generating reports, assisting the upkeep of institutional review board (IRB) documents and other research protocols, and interacting with clinician and research collaborators. To perform these tasks well, meticulous record keeping of research data and excellent interpersonal and communication skills are prerequisites. Following training from the principal investigator and/or senior research staff, the research coordinator is expected to perform these tasks with minor supervision.

Minimum education to be considered for this position is a Bachelor’s degree in biological science or equivalent (by the start of the position), preferably with prior human research coordination experience and working knowledge of medical terminology. Experience with database tools (eg REDCap) is highly preferred and will be required after training.

Interested candidates, please go to Home | Talent Center: Careers at Pitt | University of Pittsburgh use requisition #24003516 to apply for this position.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity, and diversity, EOE, including disability/vets.

Physical Effort

Work will require the employee to have the ability to walk throughout the UPMC CHP campus as well as work in a sedentary position for long periods of time. The incumbent may be required to lift study materials that may be greater than 20 pounds.

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.

Assignment Category: Full-time regular

Job Classification: Staff.Clinical Research Coordinator II

Job Family: Research

Job Sub Family: Clinical Research

Campus: Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required: 2

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.

Work Schedule: M-F 8:30am-5pm (Work schedule may require the employee to work hours outside the normal work hours to accommodate research study needs)

Work Arrangement: M-F 8:30am-5pm (Work schedule may require the employee to work hours outside the normal work hours to accommodate research study needs)

Hiring Range: TBD Based Upon Qualifications

Relocation_Offered: No

Visa Sponsorship Provided: No

Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances: The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance.

Required Documents: Resume, Cover Letter

Optional Documents: Not Applicable

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