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Clinical Research Coordinator

Department: Research
Usual Schedule: M-F 8a-5p
Regions: Carle Foundation
On Call Requirements: none
Job Category: Research
Work Location: Carle Foundation Hospital
Employment Type: Full - Time
Nursing Specialty:
Job Post ID: 41648
Secondary Job Category:
Experience Requirements: 1 - 3 Years
Weekend Requirements: none
Education Requirements: Bachelors Degree
Shift: Day
Location: Urbana, IL
Holiday Requirements: none
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Job Description

JOB SUMMARY:
Carle Research is looking for a Clinical Research Coordinator to assist with ongoing
efforts to identify genes associated with the connective tissue disorder
hypermobile EDS (hEDS). Under the direction of Dr Christina Laukaitis
(Principal Investigator), Carle is collaborating with Carle Illinois College of
Medicine/University of Illinois to gather and analyze data and biospecimens
collected from people with hEDS and other genetic connective tissue disorders.
The primary duties of the Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) will be to
facilitate and coordinate the daily activities of the research program,
including scheduling and communicating with study participants, obtaining
informed consent, coordinating study procedures (including physical examination
and sample collection), drafting and maintaining regulatory documentation, and
coordinating efforts between multiple research teams. The CRC will work with
the PI to develop new protocols, design efficient clinical workflows, and
facilitate IRB submissions and reviews. The CRC will also enter study data into
and retrieve study data from research databases, including REDCap. There will
be ample opportunity for this position to work with other clinical departments
and research programs at Carle.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor's
Degree Required, Master’s preferred (Biology, Psychology, or relevant
health/physical science field)

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Current SoCRA or ACRP certification a plus



SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Data collection and management skills; REDCap experience a plus; competency in
medical terminology required; strong organizational, writing, and speaking
skills required; able to collect, organize, and maintain detailed data;
effective interpersonal communication skills; attention to detail; able to work
independently in a dynamic environment; understanding of all applicable
research regulatory guidelines. Experience with basic statistical analysis a
plus; prefer prior experience coordinating and managing complex clinical
research trials and investigator-initiated research.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
  • Works in collaboration with the Principal Investigator (PI).
  • Assists Regulatory Specialist in maintaining regulatory documents.
  • Conducts protocol and feasibility evaluation.
  • Assesses patient population, recruitment and enrollment strategies.
  • Recruits and manages trial subjects to include screening patients for protocol eligibility, covering informed consent, screening and inclusion/exclusion of the subjects adhering to safety and compliance issues.
  • Performs and/or coordinates tissue processing and subject's participation in clinical diagnostic procedures.
  • Assists with maintenance of research related inventories for approved studies.
  • Assists in accurate and timely data collection, collection of source documents documentation, data entry, and reporting.
  • Schedules, coordinates planning and participates in monitoring and auditing activities. Participates in required training and education programs.
  • Assists PI in development of materials and tools necessary to appropriately train individuals involved in the conduct of the study around issues related to but not limited to, protocol requirements, schedule of subject visits, execution of research plan.
  • Retains all study records in accordance with sponsor requirements. Maintains effective and timely communications with sponsor, research subjects and PI during the course of the study. Maintains documentation of training.
  • Provides a safe environment for patients, families, and clinical staff at all time through compliance with all federal, state, and professional regulatory standards.
  • Maintains strict patient confidentiality according to HIPAA regulations and applicable law. Reports instances of noncompliance to appropriate institutional oversight body.
  • Recognize potential obstacles and work to resolve them within set timelines.
  • Close-out of the clinical trial, contributing to research article, audit preparation, trial closure, communication with authorities and other disciplines involved, assisting in the final study report, completing financial obligations and archives study materials.
  • Statistical analysis of study data



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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving customers throughout our communities. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal state and local ordinances. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more information: human.resources@carle.com. Positions are not available for remote work in the state of Colorado.

Effective September 20, 2021, the COVID 19 vaccine is required for all new Carle Health team members. Requests for Medical or Religious exemption will be permitted.

 

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