"Clinical Research Coordinator B (Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology)"

Job Description Summary

The primary role of Clinical Research Coordinator B is providing oversight as well as the organization, coordination, and implementation of a research study. The research coordinator will be responsible for all aspects of clinical trial coordination including: subject recruitment, detailed data entry, subject visits and follow-up, biospecimen collection and processing, and regulatory management. They will also be in charge of ordering and maintaining stock all supplies needed for the study.

Job Responsibilities

This position will support research within the Division of Urogynecology. The primary role of Clinical Research Coordinator is the organization, coordination and implementation of a research study. Responsibilities include:

• Collect and report timely, valid, accurate data
• Collect and process biospecimens (includes performing venipuncture)
• Prepare study documents for regulatory approval and coordinate study start up activities.
• Perform required research activities per protocol and in accordance with Good Clinical Practice Screen, recruit and retain potential study participants.
• Obtain informed consent and research activities at multiple study sites within the Penn Health System and in participant residences.
• Attend and contribute to research meetings for assigned projects.
• Organize and participate in site visits.
• Prepare for and host both internal and external auditing and monitoring activities as applicable.

With the addition of the following responsibilities:

• Act as point person for the planning and implementation of patient recruitment studies.
• Oversee the recruitment and study activities of other coordinators.
• Manage and execute the ordering and maintenance of all stock supplies needed for the study.
• Provide detailed documentation of study activities
• Ensuring all tests and assessments at each visit are performed, reporting adverse events and ensuring review and appropriate follow-up by investigator
• To function with a greater level of independence and capacity than a CRC A.

*Position contingent upon continued funding*

Qualifications

Bachelor of Science and 2 to 3 years of related experience in research and clinical study methodologies or equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Applicants must be well-organized and able to flexibly manage diverse responsibilities. Applicant must work well as part of a team. Comfortable with computers/technology, especially basic programs such as MS Word, Excel, etc. Fluency in Spanish is preferred. Preferred that applicant have a driver's license and vehicle. A strong interest in women's health is warmly encouraged and must enjoy working with senior women. Position requires a highly motivated, friendly, and articulate individual with excellent verbal and written communication skills. The candidate should possess the ability to work independently and also as part of a team. Strong planning, organizational and prioritizing capabilities along with problem solving skills desired. Must be willing to work some flexible hours when needed (occasional evening coverage, primarily).

Job Location

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School

Perelman School of Medicine

Pay Range

$52,500.00 - $52,661.00 Annual Rate