Summary

The Department of Global Health is currently seeking a skilled Research Coordinator. The candidate will coordinate day-to-day activities of complex and international clinical research studies and ensure accurate data collection, information, documentation, organization and safety of study volunteers. The individual must also be a self-directed, detail-oriented, responsible, and a flexible professional able to quickly adapt to a variety of situations. 

Job Duties

• Works with multiple hospital information systems such as Epic, Brain, Access, and Excel databases.
• Composes and types study correspondence and other documentation.
• Coordinates multi-site domestic and international clinical trials and may require potential travel to study sites to assist with study start up, site visits, and study close out.
• Attends and participates in regularly scheduled research and other staff meetings.
• Works with PI for grant proposal submission and progress reports; performs literature searches and drafts literature reviews.
• Plans and organizes research protocols as designated by specific protocol guidelines; prepares documentation necessary to obtain initial and continued approval for the specific research protocol.
• Accurately and precisely enters research data into case report form and study database; maintains records for clinical study and regulatory documents.
• Attends procedures in clinic and collects data on case report forms as required per protocol (if required).
• Recruits, advertises, and screens for research subjects; determines subject eligibility for research protocols.
• Conducts informed consent procedures, enrolls eligible research subjects and corresponds with subjects throughout study.
• Retrieves and submits test results to appropriate party.
• Responds promptly and accurately to customers’ complaints, inquiries, and requests for information and coordinates appropriate follow-up; takes personal responsibility and accountability for correcting customer service problems.
• Maintains clear communication with internal and external customers regarding mutual expectations. 

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field. Four years of related experience may substitute for degree requirement.
• One year of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Research Coordinator Certification (SOCRA or ACRP) preferred.
• Willing to travel internationally occasionally, as needed.
• Flexibility to work early mornings, late evenings, and weekends as necessary.
• Must be able to communicate effectively and in a professional manner, both orally and in writing, with internal and external customers.
• Advanced experience with computer software and applications, including Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, Power Point) and front-end database applications (RedCap, OnCore, Velos) preferred.
• Ability to understand and implement complex patient studies and protocols.
• Cultural competency and appropriateness in interactions with colleagues, research study participants, and external customers.
• Ability to multitask, plan project deliverables, and manage time effectively.
• Adheres to HIPAA and BCM research guidelines in protecting patient information and respecting the rights and wishes of research patients.
• Grant management experience preferred.