Clinical Research Coordinator B/C

Clinical Research Coordinator B/C

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Posted Job Title

Clinical Research Coordinator B/C

Job Profile Title

Clinical Research Coordinator B

Job Description Summary

The Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) is responsible for the execution of clinical research studies as part of the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery's Clinical Research Team at the University of Pennsylvania. The candidate will carry out daily activities related to industry-sponsored and federally funded research protocols, as well as assist in the conduct of investigator-initiated research and division-specific research projects and operations.

This position's primary function is to facilitate, promote, and ensure good clinical practice in the conduct of all research protocols in the Department/Center. Independently manages different phases of complex clinical trials and mentors coordinators and research assistants. Works with partnering institutions and creates multi-center budgets and manages expenses. Participates in study team meetings, disease site group meetings, and ongoing protocol training/compliance meetings. Supports in the monitoring of external sites and assists in the management of multi site trials.

CRC-B: This is an onsite, patient-facing role. The CRC-B coordinates the conduct of clinical research studies, including the recruitment and retention of clinical trial participants. Schedules and runs study visits as per protocol. Processes and ships research samples. Maintains study files, completes data entry, corresponds with study sponsors and monitors, attends study monitoring visits, attends and participates in research team meetings. Prepares and submits regulatory documents to the IRB. Additional duties include regular office duties (e.g. scanning and filing research records, maintaining study supply inventories) and other duties as assigned. Works closely with members of the research team, including (but not limited to) Clinical Research Coordinators, Project Managers, Physicians, Pharmacists, and Nurses.

CRC-C: In addition to the above the CRC-C will have demonstrable experience and proficiency in the above-listed duties and will carry out these duties with limited supervision. The CRC-C will act as a resource for entry-level team members and assist with the training of new staff. The CRC-C will assist managers with start-up and division maintenance tasks as applicable.

This position is contingent upon funding.

Job Description

The Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) is responsible for the execution of clinical research studies as part of the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery's Clinical Research Team at the University of Pennsylvania. The candidate will carry out daily activities related to industry-sponsored and federally funded research protocols, as well as assist in the conduct of investigator-initiated research and division-specific research projects and operations.

This position's primary function is to facilitate, promote, and ensure good clinical practice in the conduct of all research protocols in the Department/Center. Independently manages different phases of complex clinical trials and mentors coordinators and research assistants. Works with partnering institutions and creates multi-center budgets and manages expenses. Participates in study team meetings, disease site group meetings, and ongoing protocol training/compliance meetings. Supports in the monitoring of external sites and assists in the management of multi site trials.

CRC-B: This is an onsite, patient-facing role. The CRC-B coordinates the conduct of clinical research studies, including the recruitment and retention of clinical trial participants. Schedules and runs study visits as per protocol. Processes and ships research samples. Maintains study files, completes data entry, corresponds with study sponsors and monitors, attends study monitoring visits, attends and participates in research team meetings. Prepares and submits regulatory documents to the IRB. Additional duties include regular office duties (e.g. scanning and filing research records, maintaining study supply inventories) and other duties as assigned. Works closely with members of the research team, including (but not limited to) Clinical Research Coordinators, Project Managers, Physicians, Pharmacists, and Nurses.

CRC-C: In addition to the above the CRC-C will have demonstrable experience and proficiency in the above-listed duties and will carry out these duties with limited supervision. The CRC-C will act as a resource for entry-level team members and assist with the training of new staff. The CRC-C will assist managers with start-up and division maintenance tasks as applicable.

This position is contingent upon funding.

Qualifications:

• CRC-B: Bachelor of Science and 2 to 3 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
• CRC-C: Bachelor of Science and 4 to 6 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

Job Location - City, State

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School

Perelman School of Medicine

Pay Range

$52,500.00 - $60,813.00 Annual Rate