Clinical Research Coordinator - Military veterans preferred

Clinical Research Coordinator

The Department of Plastic Surgery is currently recruiting a Clinical Research Coordinator III (CRC), to recruit subjects for multiple inpatient, outpatient and surgical trials, to this nationally recognized clinical and research institution. The CRC will complete consent, review eligibility criteria for prescreening, assist the investigators with regulatory submissions to PittPro and Central IRBs, create recruitment materials for Pitt+me and other recruitment focused websites and manage clinical trials.gov submissions. Equivalent relevant work experience may be substituted for degree requirement. This position will rotate between UPMC Magee Women's Hospital, UPMC Mercy Hospital and the Plastic Surgery outpatient clinic in Oakland, depending on the needs of the specific clinical trials assigned. Clinical coordinator research certification preferred, either ACRP or SOCRA. EEO/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled.

Job Summary

Prepares grant applications, manuscripts, Institutional Review Board (IRB) applications, research papers, and assists with complex research papers. Audits research studies, monitors study budgets, resolves complex data collection issues, and implements protocol-specific study recruitment plans. Trains staff and oversees student workers; leads team meetings. Monitors study budgets and orders supplies.

Essential Functions This position will be responsible for the following: conducting screening, recruitment, tracking follow up windows and completing research assessments with study participants. Completing and adhering to Institutional Review Board (IRB) renewal, modification, and approved protocols. Assisting with training staff. Ensuring adherence to protocols and correcting issues with data collection. Completing initial quality checks on case report forms and data entry for self and other research staff, prior to supervisor’s review.

Essential Functions

• Screening, recruitment, tracks follow up windows and completes research assessments on study participants in multiple trials.

• Completes and adheres to study protocols, and Institutional Review Board (IRB) renewal, modification, and approved protocols.

• Assists with training staff on proper and best study research techniques as directed.

• Mentors and educates staff and student workers as directed.

• Ensures proper protocols are followed and quality assurance of research and related work.

• Corrects data collection issues.

• Verify that all data is entered in a timely and complete manner.

• Will perform regular quality assurance/quality control checks.

• The individual will assist the clinicians, investigating physician(s)/Principal Investigator(s) (PI) and the clinical research team with data

management, data collection, conducting analyses, developing reports and road maps to improve the quality control of the study forms, and

medical record documentation for every patient treated in our division and for every patient enrolled on a clinical research study.

• This individual must have the ability to focus, be detailed oriented, and able to multitask between several clinical trials.

Physical Effort Light.

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.

Assignment Category: Full-time regular

Job Classification: Staff.Clinical Research Coordinator III

Job Family: Research

Job Sub Family: Clinical Research

Campus: Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required: Master's Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required: 1

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Work Arrangement: Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Hiring Range: TBD Based Upon Qualifications

Relocation_Offered: No

Visa Sponsorship Provided: No

Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances: Not Applicable

Required Documents: Resume

Optional Documents: Cover Letter

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