Clinical Research Coordinator

Job Description – Clinical Research Coordinator (252301)

The Department of Neurosurgery is hiring a Clinical Research Coordinator to assist, coordinate, and manage clinical trials within the Department of Neurosurgery. The role will identify and assess patients eligible to participate in clinical trials or research programs, provide study information, obtain informed consent, manage data, conduct follow-up care, and serve as a liaison among physicians, nurses, and laboratory personnel.

• Identify and assess patients eligible to participate in clinical trials or research programs.
• Perform initial assessment, take clinical history, and complete patient data forms; may perform a physical exam.
• Provide potential patients with study information and obtain informed consent forms.
• Act as a clinical resource and liaison between physicians, nurses, and laboratory personnel.
• Assist in data management and data analysis.
• Initiate, organize, and conduct patient follow-up; assess patients at all follow-up visits.
• Attend meetings pertaining to the clinical trial or research program; may present information.
• May train clinical research staff; perform various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position.

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing, clinical trial, or research program coordination; 12 months of clinical practice, nursing, or clinical trial experience.
• Equivalent experience: 48 months of equivalent experience in lieu of a Bachelor’s degree for a total of 60 months experience, OR Master’s degree in lieu of experience.
• Knowledge of clinical trial protocols.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to explain clinical trial study information to participants.
• Ability to read and follow instructions and guidelines.
• Oklahoma State licensure required for Nurses and Physician Assistants.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

• Physical: Sitting for prolonged periods; manual dexterity; speaking and listening; reaching, bending, standing and stooping.
• Environmental: Clinic environment; exposure to infectious diseases.

The University, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age (40 or older), religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions, employment, housing, financial aid, and educational services.

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