Clinical Research Coordinator - Nephrology

• Job Type: Officer of Administration
• Regular/Temporary: Regular
• Hours Per Week: 35
• Salary Range: $62,400 - $65,000

Position Summary

The Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) will play a vital role in supporting the Division of Nephrology's research activities within the Metabolic Bone Disease Unit. You will be responsible for participant recruitment, assessment, and follow-up in our ongoing studies. We are seeking a highly motivated and independent individual with a strong eye for detail to ensure we meet research goals. Working closely with the Principal Investigator (PI) and other research staff, you will be instrumental in collecting data and coordinating the smooth execution of clinical trials.

Responsibilities

• Actively recruit participants for cohort studies, ensuring eligibility criteria are met.
• Conduct comprehensive participant assessments and follow-up visits as outlined in the protocol.
• Assist with the execution and coordination of clinical trials, collaborating effectively with study personnel.
• Screen and recruit potential participants for clinical trials.
• Ensure adherence to the study protocol throughout the research process.
• Prepare regulatory documents for IRB submissions (renewals, modifications, yearly reports, correspondence, and audit responses).
• Extract relevant data from patient medical records.
• Develop progress reports for the PI, statistician, and Data Safety Monitoring Committee (DSMC).
• Address and resolve any queries arising during the research process.
• Participate in patient education initiatives related to the research studies.
• Obtain informed consent from participants, ensuring they fully understand the study details.
• Dispense study medications according to protocol guidelines.
• Assist in preparing submissions for scientific conferences and manuscripts.
• Track study-related expenses (taxi vouchers, lab fees, and supplies) and verify invoices.
• Manage inventory and procurement of laboratory and office supplies.
• Perform other relevant tasks as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in education, training and experience
• Ability to perform phlebotomy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficiency in using computer software like Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in clinical trial administration.
• Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) is a plus.
• Spanish language skills

Other Requirements

• Participation in the medical surveillance program
  
  
  
  • Contact with patients and/or human research subjects
  • Potential bloodborne pathogen exposure
  
  
  
  
• Successful completion of applicable compliance and systems training requirements

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

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