Data Coordinator III

Overview

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington.

With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world's leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world's deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.

At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems.

The clinical research Data Coordinator III is a member of the Phase I Clinical Trial Program that supports oncology clinical trials conducted at the Fred Hutch/University of Washington Cancer Consortium. The position is responsible for collecting and abstracting clinical data from medical records and research charts, ensuring data quality and timeliness. The team supports a large and diverse portfolio of clinical trials and this position will work in close collaboration with faculty, providers and research staff across multiple disease areas. This position must be able to work independently on multiple research projects, demonstrate attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

This role will have the opportunity to work partially at our campus and remotely.

Responsibilities

• Work with the research team and providers to collect, abstract, and code complex clinical data and information from multiple sources (medical records, research records, etc.) for research subjects.
• Code and record said information into various study-specific electronic data-capture systems.
• Resolve and answer data queries with minimal errors.
• Maintain databases for research studies.
• Follow complex instructions for processing laboratory samples (including tumor tissue samples) for tracking, storage, or shipping.
• Demonstrate understanding of research study operational flow.
• Assist with development of study-specific or program data acquisition forms.
• Participate in committees regarding data quality assurance.
• Partner with research coordinator and/or sponsor representatives to review and correct data recorded in the case report forms.
• Request medical records from outside medical facilities.
• Track and maintain research subject schedules based on complex protocol-specific requirements, and work with clinic staff support services and research team members to ensure subject research assessments are planned for required/appropriate time points.
• May interact with research subjects, study team members, or sponsor contacts in order to obtain and submit required study data and for resolution of study-specific queries.
• May assume a leadership and training role over Data Coordinators I and II.
• Provide backup coverage support for the Research Study Assistant performing protocol-mandated ECGs and Holter monitoring.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• BA/BS, or two-year degree in the medical field.
• Three years of experience in medical records, cancer registry, or related field.
• Strong knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards for clinical research.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong computer skills and experience with data entry and databases.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multi-task, organize and prioritize multiple projects.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, and to work effectively with colleagues, research subjects, and study sponsor representatives.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, under supervision, and be a team player.
• Ability to adapt and respond appropriately to competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong computer skills and experience with data entry and databases.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Medical terminology.