"Clinical Research Coordinator A"

Clinical Research Coordinator A

Job Description Summary

We are looking for a highly motivated, organized and vibrant Clinical Research Coordinator A (CRC-A) to join the lab of Dr. Kara Maxwell and research related to Li-Fraumeni Syndrome. Dr. Maxwell runs a translational genomics laboratory to study the role of inherited DNA repair genes in tumor formation, specifically focused on germline carriers of TP53 mutations in collaboration with the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and the Li-Fraumeni Biobank. The CRC-A will be responsible for identifying and consenting eligible adult participants to genetics-related research protocols within Dr Maxwell's cancer genetics clinic at Penn. Recruitment and enrollment will include documentation and tracking of participant enrollment in study databases (REDCap), genetics databases (Progeny and ACCARD), as well as ACC required documentation (CTMS). The research coordinator will be responsible for data abstraction from the clinical chart into the study REDCap database, and the collection and tracking of both fresh and archival biospecimens. The CRC-A will follow participants longitudinally, continuing to collect/abstract data and samples as required by protocols. This individual must be organized, self-motivated, and able to prioritize.

Job Responsibilities

• Screen clinical records for patient eligibility to research studies.
• Interact with and consent patients at Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine with Li Fraumeni Syndrome and TP53-related disorders in a variety of clinical settings (clinics, operating room and biopsy suite) to consent patients to studies and collect biospecimens.
• Enter data into Redcap and other sample databases for tracking of patients and samples.
• Work with the LFS Biobank CHOP collaborators to maintain study records and coordinate use of data and specimens in translational studies
• Bachelor's degree and experience with databases and clinical and/or translational research required.
• Coordinate and conduct clinical studies, includes; subject recruitment, informed consent, chart maintenance and data entry
• Coordinate IRB submissions and renewals in accordance with FDA and IRB guidelines
• Assure compliance with the protocol and regulatory requirements includes: collecting, recording, and maintaining data and source documentations.
• Oversee study preparation and blood sample processing and analysis
• Database management and analysis
• Ordering and stocking supplies, maintaining equipment
• Educate patients and family members
• Promote good clinical practice in the conduct of clinical investigations, included possessing an in-depth knowledge of the federal regulations and guidance documents for the conduct of clinical studies and human subject protection
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science and 1 to 2 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
• Experience with databases and clinical and/or translational research preferred.

Position is contingent upon funding

Job Location - City, State
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School
Perelman School of Medicine

Pay Range
$46,500.00 - $50,000.00 Annual Rate

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