"CLINICAL RESEARCH COORDINATOR I (PART-TIME)"

The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), Med - Pulmonary/Allergy/Critical Care, is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator I (Part-Time).

The individual will have the ability to follow established regulations, procedures, and protocols, demonstrated ability to gather data and document procedures, demonstrated ability to plan work, and ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Willingness and desire to function as a clinical research coordinator. Willing to gain knowledge of UAB-specific portals such as REDCap, Oncore, and Greenphire. Willingness to learn clinical skills, such as phlebotomy, obtaining vital signs, and pulmonary function testing, is desirable.

General Responsibilities

• To collect and record preliminary data for clinical research programs.
• To recruit and perform follow-up with research participants as protocols outline.
• To schedule visits according to research protocols.
• To assist in coordination of lab and fieldwork.
• To maintain familiarity with appropriate Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines and regulations.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

1. Collects and records preliminary data for clinical research programs.
2. Recruits and performs follow-up visits and phone calls with research participants as protocol outline.
3. Schedules visits according to research protocols.
4. Assists in the coordination of lab and fieldwork.
5. Prepares for study monitoring visits.
6. Assists with correcting findings.
7. Assists with the completion of Case Report Forms (CRF) according to protocol.
8. Assists with the development of protocols and standard operating procedures (SOPs) for data quality assurance.
9. Performs general clerical duties (faxing, scanning, routing messages, coordinating the purchase of Supplies/materials). May perform a variety of medical procedures under supervision. May assist in compiling, editing, and proofing written reports for both internal and external administrative offices.
10. Uses Electronic Data Capture (EDC) systems necessary for operations under supervision
11. Performs other duties as assigned.

Hourly Range: $21.10 - $27.45

Qualifications

High School diploma or GED required.

Preferences

• Candidate must be comfortable using a variety of electronic platforms, possess general computer skills, and have experience with Microsoft Office.
• Must have great communication skills and the ability to engage in group meetings and discussions.
• Be able to actively work closely with others and under the leadership of Investigators and senior research coordinators in a variety of settings, and have a strong work ethic.
• Health science or health professional degree disciplines.