Sr Clinical Research Coord - Oncology

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Responsibilities
• Evaluates competing strategies for recruiting study participants and screens participants for eligibility in various settings; coordinates and oversees patient activity related to the conduct of research and clinical trials, serving as a liaison for both patient and Principal Investigator (PI).
• Serves as the primary point of contact for patients to report and triage adverse events and mentors staff on obtaining informed consent.
• Arranges necessary tests and procedures per protocol requirements and reports results to the investigator.
• Performs clinical laboratory activities as required per protocol and maintains study supplies and equipment.
• Maintains close communication with study sponsor representatives including site initiation, maintenance, and close out of studies.
• Develops and maintains all required documentation related to the conduct of assigned clinical trials and patient care.
• Completes data entry into sponsor-specific data systems and supports data coordination, including query resolution and transcribing information across internal and external electronic data systems.
• Conducts daily work and clinical trial activity in accordance with Good Clinical Practice Guidelines.
• Provides mentorship, professional development, and support to less senior team members; assesses quality assurance of study visits and data; reviews and provides feedback on standard operating procedures; and coordinates projects related to workflow optimization.
• Adapts communication and service delivery to the specific patient population, respecting privacy and ensuring appropriate explanations of services or procedures.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications

Education
Required – High school diploma or equivalent.

Work Experience
Required - 5 years of relevant research experience in a clinical setting, OR 4 years with Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP) or Society of Clinical Research Associates (SOCRA) certification.

Certifications
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association within 60 days of hire. Exceptions may be granted for those in fully remote status.

Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

(KSAs)
• Knowledge of medical and clinical research terminology and processes.
• Expert understanding of ICH guidelines for ethical conduct of research.
• Familiarity with lean management principles.
• Ability to follow and provide critical feedback on the investigational plan.
• Ability to develop study budgets, contracts, and patient consent documents.
• Ability to mentor junior staff on regulatory requirements for clinical trials and related research activity.
• Expertise in using computers and web-based applications including working knowledge of Epic (Super-Users).
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly to varying levels of individuals.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to coach others and work independently.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to multi-task and maintain attention to detail.
• Ability to travel between facilities and work a flexible schedule, including on-call, weekends, and nights.
Physical and Environmental Demands
• Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, etc. (see notes in original description for clarity) to move objects.
• Duties may involve exposure to blood, body fluids, and tissue; work in patient care areas and with potentially infectious materials.

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender…