"Clinical Research Coordinator I - Sarver Heart Center (COM-T)"

Position Highlights

The Sarver Heart Center is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator I to support clinical research conducted by University of Arizona faculty. The selected individual will support daily clinical research operations by successful implementation and adherence to clinical research studies. Clinical research activities will include screening, recruitment, study visit procedures, data collection and sample processing. This position will require professional communication and collaboration with physicians, hospital partners, and study sponsors.

Occasional out-of-state travel may be required for sponsor training. Weekend and evening departmental support may be required to meet study protocol requirements.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!
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Duties & Responsibilities

• Following detailed instruction, will screen, recruit and enroll participants for assigned studies by interviewing potential participants and reviewing medical history to determine if eligibility requirements are met.
• Under direction, will inform and instruct study participants concerning research protocol and complete the patient informed consent procedure.
• Under direction of PI, assist with coordinating and and/or performing research testing per protocol such as drawing blood, vital signs, EKGs, etc., includes processing and packaging of laboratory samples for shipment.
• With detailed instruction, assess participants during research visit; perform initial review of study lab results; assess for any side effects or other problems; notify principal investigator of any participant reported side effects or problems.
• With detailed instruction, complete case report forms for each study participant, and document medical data in the patient record and sponsor database. Ensure case report forms or other data collection/tracking tools are created if not provided by sponsor.
• Assist PI with sponsor site visit and audits for assigned studies, including escorting visitors and providing requested documentation.
• Provides weekend and evening support for team coordination, communication, etc. to meet study protocol requirements.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to interpret and analyze data.
• Skilled in interacting and working with others; including, peers, patients, management, internal and external stakeholders.
• Knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of clinical research skills.
• Motivated to provide high quality, compliant research.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through experience required.
• One (1) year of relevant work experience is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual in English and Spanish
• Experience in Human Subjects research
• Experience with research protocols, development, regulations.

Compensation

Rate of Pay: $47,356 - $59,195
Compensation Type: salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)

The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.
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Documents Needed to Apply:

Resume and Cover Letter