"CLINICAL RESEARCH COORDINATOR II"

The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), Dept of Optometry & Vision Science, is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator II. The Clinical Research Coordinator II will assist with small- and large-scale clinical studies and trials in the field of eye- and vision-related research. Principal responsibilities include recruitment and retention efforts, data quality control, and regulatory compliance.

General Responsibilities

• To serve as coordinator for studies and provide support to other team members within the confines of the protocol as directed.
• To support screening and participant eligibility determination, working with more senior team members to ensure compliance.
• To conduct activities in accordance with the protocol, regulations and Good Clinical Practice (GCP).
• To assist with the study life cycle from start-up to closure, i.e., collecting and recording data, recruiting and performing follow-up with participants, scheduling visits and assisting in coordination of lab and fieldwork.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

1. Implements study participant recruiting and screening protocols.
2. Collects, analyzes, and enters data for clinical trials and ensures quality control.
3. Completes enrollment logs, informed consent logs, and all other data forms with high accuracy and attention to detail.
4. Performs general clerical duties (faxing, scanning, routing messages, coordinating the purchase of study supplies/materials).
5. Enters data into REDCap and SPSS and summarizes study data.
6. Plans, organizes, and coordinates multiple work assignments and establishes and maintains effective working relationships with others.
7. Establishes rapport with study participants and maintains contact with enrolled participants.
8. Trains any assistants and volunteers who gather and enter data.
9. Monitors compliance of study procedures with federal, state, and university regulations.
10. Maintains eligibility forms and informed consent following IRB-, Good Clinical Practice-, and HIPAA regulations are followed.
11. Effectively and professionally communicates sensitive information and maintains confidentiality
12. Performs other duties as assigned.

Annual Salary Range: $50,050 - $81,330

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field and three (3) years of related experience required. Work experience may substitute for education requirement.

Preferences

• Clinical trials research experience and regulatory experience.
• Ability to operate various office machines, including printers, computers, and various software packages.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented.
• Prior research experience with human subjects, clinical trials, and regulatory experience.
• Experience using Windows, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Outlook, and internet browsers.
• REDCap experience.