"Clinical Research Coordinator - PACC"

Position Summary

The Clinical Research Coordinator for the Columbia University Irving Medical Center Lung Transplant Program will facilitate the screening, enrollment, and treatment of research subjects for our ongoing clinical research projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage study participants by facilitating screening, enrollment, and treatment in compliance with regulatory requirements, study protocols, and internal standard operating procedures.
• Perform protocol-specific activities, including but not limited to recruiting and consenting patients, conducting study visits, coordinating specimen collection, processing and shipping samples, and maintaining accurate source documentation and data entry.
• Collect, record, and accurately input study data into electronic data capture (EDC) systems.
• Assist in eligibility assessments and obtaining written informed consent, as appropriate.
• Facilitate sample collection, processing, and storage activities.
• Support regulatory submissions, including protocol reviews and monitoring processes.
• Communicate effectively with clinical staff, study sponsors, patients, and other members of the research team.
• Assist with short-term projects and provide cross-coverage for other research team members as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in education, training, and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least one year of experience in a clinical research setting.
• Bilingual proficiency in both English and Spanish.
• Familiarity with electronic medical record platforms (e.g., Epic) and electronic data capture systems (e.g., REDCap).

Other Requirements

• Medical clearance and participation in the medical surveillance program, including contact with patients and/or human research subjects.
• Successful completion of applicable compliance and systems training requirements.