"Clinical Research Coordinator B"

Clinical Research Coordinator B

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Posted Job Title

Clinical Research Coordinator B

Job Profile Title

Clinical Research Coordinator B

Job Description Summary

This primary function of this position is to serve as the primary recruiting coordinator facilitating participant recruitment for a newly awarded Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) grant. The position will promote and ensure good clinical practice in the conduct of the research protocol in the Department/Center. Other responsibilities include coordination of intake interviews, securing primary care provider assents, tracking adherence with study measures, and working with other research personnel for handoff of eligible participants. The position will also participate in study team meetings, assist other coordinators with study-related tasks, and support the DSMB (as needed). Adheres to all University and other regulatory guidelines. Must have experience with research clinical trials.

Please note, this position is contingent upon grant funding.
This position is hybrid eligible after initial training period.

Job Description

Job Responsibilities

• Recruit, screen, consent and enroll participants as specified per protocol from Primary Care practices. Prepare weekly reports for recruitment/enrollment numbers for Investigators.
• Coordinate the conduct of the research protocol. This includes maintenance of study documentation, data entry, source documentation and electronic case report forms, resolve data queries, and ensuring accurate and timely data entry.
• Communication with subject participants. This includes scheduling and completing intake interviews, retention (tracking adherence, subject reminders).
• Maintain relevant trainings (protocol SOP adherence, PennChart, PennCTMS, IRB/OCR trainings). Show vigilance in patient safety, protocol compliance, and data quality consistent with all federal, state, University and GCP guidelines.
• Proactive communication with Investigators and research study personnel, in addition to primary care collaborators. Attend study team and supervisory meetings. Assist with day-to-day study management and as needed support.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science and 2 to 3 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
• The candidate must have 1-3 years of prior experience with research clinical trials and participant recruitment. They must be a good communicator, detail-oriented, organized, accountable, and adaptable.

Please note, this position is contingent upon grant funding.

This position is hybrid eligible after initial training period.

Job Location - City, State

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School

Perelman School of Medicine

Pay Range

$52,500.00 - $60,000.00 Annual Rate
Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job's level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.