Research Coordinator II (Oncology/Hematology)

ilding a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

As a Research Coordinator II, you will play a vital role in advancing cancer research by enrolling patients in clinical trials, conducting study visits, and collecting essential study-related data through questionnaires and assessments. Your responsibilities will also include accurate data documentation, maintaining timely reports, preparing for audits, and ensuring departmental compliance with regulatory requirements. In this role, you will work closely with physicians, supporting them in obtaining the necessary credentials for clinical studies in accordance with FDA, IRB, and sponsor requirements. While the numerous responsibilities can be difficult to juggle at times, your team will encourage you to enhance your skills and find your place within the Cleveland Clinic system. Come join a culture devoted to pushing the needle forward in Oncology and treatment of cancer.

A caregiver in this position works days from 8:00 a.m. -- 5:00 p.m.

After six months of employment, the schedule transitions to a hybrid schedule consisting of one remote workday and four on-site workdays per week.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:
• Coordinate the compliant implementation and conduct of human subject research projects.
• Maintain regulatory documents and binders, conduct data management, complete IRB submissions and communicate with the research team.
• Report and complete serious adverse events and/or safety logs.
• Communicate with sponsors, monitors and research personnel to ensure all aspects of study compliance.
• Serve as a liaison between investigators, research personnel, outside study personnel and central research administration offices to assist in protocol interpretation, enrollment and safety questions.
• Schedule pre-site selection visits, site initiation visits, webinars, monitoring and close-out visits.
• Plan, conduct and evaluate project protocols and research subject recruitment.
• Monitor and report project status and research data.
• Complete regulatory documents, data capture, monitoring plans and protocol-related activities.
• Assist with preparing and responding to audits and maintaining research tools.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
• High School Diploma or GED. Associate or bachelor's degree in health care or science related field preferred. Degree may offset experience requirement.
• Minimum two years clinical research or healthcare experience required.
• Associate or bachelor's degree in healthcare or science field may offset experience requirement.
• Demonstrated proficiency with a variety of computer-based skills, especially in the use of word processing, spreadsheets, database and presentation software, and the ability to undertake internet searches. Solid written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
• Associate or Bachelor's degree in health care or science related field
• Clinical intake skills
• Phlebotomy experience
• One year of experience with IRB submissions and regulatory or essential documents preparation
• Experience with prior regulatory submission with sponsors
• General healthcare experience or knowledge
• Experience working in industry or federally sponsored trials and with pharmaceutical monitors or auditors

Physical Requirements:
• Ability to perform work in a stationary position for extended periods
• Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment
• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information
• In some locations, ability to move up to 25 pounds

Personal Protective Equipment:
• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Pay Range

Minimum hourly: $20.77

Maximum hourly: $31.68

The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic’s benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).