Clinical Research Coordinator

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Job Code: 34116N 34115N 34114N 34113N 34112N 34111N

Recruitment Pool: All Applicants

Posting Number: req
7107

Unit: Massey Comprehensive Cancer Ctr MBU

Department: Clinical Trials Office

Department Website Link: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

Location: MCV

Address: Richmond, VA 23298 USA

Position Primary Purpose and General Responsibilities

Clinical Research Coordinators (CRC) support Principal Investigators (PI) in the day to day activities required for activation, execution, and management of clinical, patient-oriented research studies or protocols. Typical duties include but are not limited to: assisting the PI in assessing study feasibility, determining participation eligibility, and establishing guidelines for clinical data collection; serving as patient/participant recruiter; and performing a variety of complex activities involved in the collection, compilation, documentation, and analysis of clinical research data.

Recruitment, Enrollment, Retention, and Data Collection: A CRC drives study coordination and regulatory management with participant recruitment, enrollment, tracking, data collection, data processing/resolution (discrepancies, queries etc.), verification, case-finding, evaluation, abstraction of source documentation, case report form completion, database use/management, data abstraction/organization and archiving of data in the study database for research studies.

• Engage in various forms of communication about the studies they are assisting;
• Work collaboratively and independently to develop electronic clinical research charts;
• Ensure trial visits, data for study participant tests and samples are done per the study schedule;
• Maintain advanced understanding of clinical research management duties;
• Follow VCU internal processes to ensure compliance with VCU policies;
• Maintain current CITI credentials for Human Subjects Protections and other mandatory competencies;
• Understand and adhere to all IRB requirements;
• Serve as an ongoing resource providing information and expert advice on clinical research.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in health research and/or healthcare-related fields or equivalent combination of education, experience, and training;
• 2+ years of relevant experience supporting data management activities;
• 2+ years experience with various clinical research or healthcare technologies;
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications;
• Interest in working in a fast-paced environment;
• 2+ years of demonstrated professional knowledge of medical, oncology, clinical research terminology;
• Ability to provide own transportation to meet with patients.

Candidates whose resumes highlight the following previous experience will be prioritized:

• Demonstrated experience working in and fostering an environment of respect;
• Advanced proficiency with data entry and word processing skills;
• Advanced organizational abilities and attention to detail;
• Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills;
• Interpersonal skills for building relationships and collaborating;
• Problem-solving and organizational aptitude.

Please note VCU is not able to provide ongoing visa sponsorship for this position.

Please note that if you are employed as a university employee working in any of the health system's facilities, you will need to follow VCU Health System policies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree or equivalent combination of education, experience, and training;
• 3+ years of relevant experience supporting data management activities;
• 1+ years experience with research studies;
• 1+ years current knowledge of oncology, cancer treatment and care;
• 3+ years evidence of effective communication with research participants;
• 2+ years experience working with underrepresented populations;
• Previous phlebotomy training/certificate;
• CITI Training or knowledge of regulations regarding human subjects.

Contact Information for Candidates:

MasseyHR

Salary Range: Commensurate with experience, range minimum of $52,000