Clinical Research Coordinator at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Lubbock, Texas

Job Description:

Extended Job Title

Clinical Research Coordinator

Org Level 1

Texas Tech Univ Health Sciences Ctr

Org Level 7

512701 - Ortho Surgery Dept Lbk Genl

Position Description

Coordinates daily operations of clinical research studies in assigned department(s). This includes but is not limited to overall clinic conduct, marketing, and data management of all clinical research activities in assigned department(s). Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities may include training new employees; assisting with planning, assigning, and directing work; addressing complaints and resolving problems. The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals and dangerous bodily fluids. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Approximately 5-15% travel (often long-distance) is required.

Requisition ID

39154BR

Travel Required

None

Pay Grade Maximum

Salary commensurate with related education, experience and/or skills.

Major/Essential Functions

• Assist with the preparation of IRB applications, including protocol and informed consents and obtain IRB approval to conduct the study


• Maintain appropriate correspondence with the IRB, including adverse events, annual renewals, and protocol amendments


• Coordinate study activities to help ensure compliance with protocols and with all relevant local, federal, and state regulatory and institutional polices


• Conduct interviews to determine subject eligibility; schedule intake appointments to recruit subjects to study; obtain informed consent and HIPAA authorization, conduct intake interview, and enroll subjects


• Assist investigators in applying for and maintaining approval of grants for each research study as needed


• Maintain source documents and regulatory documentation of clinical trials; help ensure quality of data on case report forms


• Participate in preparation and management of research budgets and monetary disbursements


• Assist investigators in the assessment of the health and safety of subjects with frequent contact and help ensure subject compliance with the study protocol


• Prepare adverse event documentation for principal investigator and sponsor where appropriate


• Train, supervise, and evaluate research assistants, residents, and medical students assisting with the department's research in the performance of their duties; update training modules and retrain study staff as required


• Prepare for and participates in meetings with sponsors, monitors, and regulatory authorities


• Review scientific literature, participate in continuing education activities, or attend conferences and seminars to maintain current knowledge of clinical studies affairs and issues

Grant Funded?

Yes

Pay Grade Minimum

Salary commensurate with related education, experience and/or skills.

Pay Basis

Monthly

Work Location

Lubbock

Campus

HSC - Lubbock

Department

Ortho Surgery Dept Lbk Genl

Required Attachments

Cover Letter, Resume / CV

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website.

Job Group

Clinical Research Professional

Shift

Day

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

Required Qualifications

Healthcare related training with current licensure/certification in their field OR Bachelor's degree from an accredited university with a major in the area of research being conducted. 




Certification: 
Certified Clinical Research Professional as defined by The Society of Clinical Research Associates or Certified Clinical Research Coordinator as defined by the Association of Clinical Research Professionals. 
OR 
Ability to obtain certification as a Clinical Research Professional/Coordinator within two years from date of hire or upon eligibility.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

Navy Enlisted Classification Code

230X

Air Force Specialty Code

43BX

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