Clinical Research Coordinator

Clinical Research Coordinator

Company: University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Job Location: Aurora, CO

Category: Laboratory and Research

Type: Full-Time

Job Summary:

The Clinical Research Coordinator will work in the School of Medicine, Department of Psychiatry - Division of Addiction Science, Prevention, and Treatment at the University of Colorado, Anschutz Medical Campus, in Aurora, Colorado.

Applicants for this position may be supporting research projects in one of three different division labs as described below:

• The clinical research coordinator will support research projects in the Translational Addiction Imaging Lab (TrAIL), (PI: Dr. Joseph Schacht, PhD). The primary focus of the TrAIL is developing pharmacological treatments for alcohol and substance use disorders. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to work on several NIH-funded projects, which involve the evaluation of novel medications to treat Alcohol and Cannabis Use Disorder and involve the use of genetic and neuroimaging measures and alcohol administration in the laboratory.
• The clinical research coordinator will support research projects in the Colorado Neuromodulation of Addiction (CONA) Lab, (PI: Dr. Joseph Sakai, MD). The primary focus of the CONA Lab is to test novel treatments such as transcranial magnetic stimulation and low-intensity ultrasound, among other approaches. The inter-disciplinary research team utilizes cross-departmental collaborations (e.g., Neurosurgery, Neuroscience, Neurology, Neuroradiology and Psychiatry) to develop novel treatment protocols. The overarching goal is to identify new, high effect size treatments in service of better helping individuals with substance use disorders.
• The clinical research coordinator will support research projects in the Hopfer Lab (PI: Christian Hopfer, MD). The primary focus of the Hopfer Lab clinical research coordinator will be assisting with data collection on a clinical trial in the Rocky Mountain Cannabis Research Center examining the effect of CBD on cannabis use and craving in adults and potentially other clinical trials in the Hopfer Lab and division.
• These positions are ideal for individuals planning to pursue advanced training in medicine, public health, clinical psychology, neuroscience, biomedical research or related fields in the future
• Key responsibilities in both labs include recruitment, pre-screening, and running in-person clinical research study visits with participants.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with and oversee the day-to-day operations of clinical trials and studies
• Perform informed consent process or ensures that the informed consent process has occurred, is properly documented, and that informed consent form documents are filed as required
• Interview prospective subjects for a variety of research clinical trials. Educate potential subjects on the details of the studies through phone contacts and personal interviews
• Schedule subject participation in research clinical trial, coordinating availability of necessary space, and clinical research support (e.g., physician, nurse practitioner, laboratory, radiology, pharmacy)
• Perform blood draws on research participants
• Enter data and maintain detailed records of studies to ensure compliance with requirements of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), study protocols, department, hospital/clinical standard operating procedures and other regulatory guidelines
• Participate in subject recruitment efforts, including communicating with patients expressing an interest and all pre-screening/screening activities

Work Location: Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Entry Level:

• Bachelor's degree in science, social science, health field, or related field from an accredited institution

Intermediate Level:

• Bachelor's degree in science, social science, health field, or related field from an accredited institution
• One (1) year clinical research or related experience
• Substitution: A combination of education and related technical/military/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree on a year for year basis.
• An advanced degree (Masters) may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis if the degree is in a field of study directly related to the work assignment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in clinical research or related experience
• Experience conducting human subjects research visits or eligibility screenings
• Phlebotomy certification or equivalent or willing to obtain certification at our expense
• Experience or comfort with handling biohazardous materials such as human blood, urine, and saliva samples
• Familiarity with REDCap surveys and data entry

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge and understanding of federal regulations and Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution
• Outstanding customer service skills
• Knowledge of basic human anatomy, physiology, medical terminology
• Ability to interpret and master complex research protocol information
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines

Conditions of Employment:

• Ability to work evenings and weekends as scheduled

Anticipated Pay Range:

• Entry level: $48,446 - $61,623
• Intermediate level: $52,721- $67,061