Details
Open Date 12/05/2023
Requisition Number PRN37103B
Job Title PS Clinical Research Coord Sr.
Working Title Clinical Research Coord Sr.
Job Grade F
FLSA Code Administrative
Patient Sensitive Job Code? Yes
Standard Hours per Week 40
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
VP Area U of U Health - Academics
Department 00868 - Psychiatry - Research
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range $55,000.00
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Job Summary
The Department of Psychiatry is seeking an experienced candidate who is interested in research related to risk prediction for autism spectrum disorder. We are seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator to coordinate the implementation, quality control and completion of an industry-funded prospective research study that will involve scheduling and meeting with families to collect developmental assessments and hair samples from children with ASD and their younger siblings. The Clinical Research Coordinator will oversee research studies in an administrative and operational capacity, work with the Principal Investigators to accomplish study goals, and maintain compliance with guidelines set by the Industry Sponsor and the Principal Investigators. In addition, the Clinical Research Coordinator will recruit, enroll, and assess patients either in-person or virtually.
This position is benefited, but is only temporarily funded for one year .
The University of Utah offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
14.2% employer retirement contribution in addition to employee contributions (automatic and immediately vested) Paid parental leave (in addition to FMLA ) 11 paid holidays per year plusvacation accruals each month ( https://www.hr.utah.edu/forms/lib/VacationAccrualTable.pdf ) Excellent health insurance options that are both affordable and allow access to care through the University of Utah health system Tuition reduction for employees and family members Options for short-term and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and HSA / FSA savings plans are available Free public transportation pass (seehere ( https://www.rideuta.com/Fares-And-Passes/Pass-Programs/ UTA -School-Pass-Programs/University-of-Utah (https://www.rideuta.com/Fares-And-Passes/Pass-Programs/UTA-School-Pass-Programs/University-of-Utah) ) for more information)Responsibilities
Essential Functions -
1. Oversees compliance to protocol; manages quality control, completion and submission of study related documentation; prepares reports for organizations and agencies.
2. Monitors enrollment goals and initiates strategies to promote enrollment and participant compliance. Coordinates and performs responsibilities related to research participants including determining subject population availability and screening materials, screening and recruiting subjects, scheduling visits, obtaining informed consent, answering subject inquiries, overseeing study visits and acting as a liaison between participants and study-related parties.
3. Recognizes, tracks and reports adverse events and protocol deviations.
4. Maintains IRB and/or prepares, submits, and maintains other regulatory documents and research correspondence.
5. Contributes to developing educational materials and educates the community and other research professionals regarding studies and related research issues.
6. Coordinates with referring entities to provide information regarding available research projects and to maintain a strong referral basis.
7. Develops and maintains patient databases, investigational logs and and/or procedures followed.
8. Assists the Principal Investigator in the development of study protocols.
Other Responsibilities -
1. Recruits study participants and & obtains informed consent.
2. Contacts participants to schedule study visits and follow-ups.
3. Conducts research assessments, involving administration of developmental assessments.
4. Reviews medical records.
5. Takes hair samples.
6. Consults with Principal Investigators to determine eligibility requirements of protocol from completion to registration of participants.
This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
Work Environment and Level of Frequency that may be required:
Nearly Continuously: Office environment.
Seldom: Infectious disease, oils ( there is air or skin exposure to oils or other cutting fluids ).
Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required
Nearly Continuously: Hearing, listening, talking.
Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking, standing, sitting.
Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.
Minimum Qualifications
Qualifications -
Bachelor’s degree in a health science or related field or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience); plus, 4 years professional research experience and completion of University RATS Clinical Certification within one year of hire required. Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills also required.Knowledge of Good Clinical Practices, FDA , HIPAA and IRB regulations; an understanding of research procedures; and the ability to function independently is preferred.Departments may require IRB CITI Course or IATA DGR training within a specified timeframe.Departments may prefer a nursing degree for this position, which requires the incumbent to have two years related experience and possess a nationally recognized research compliance certification.This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated vaccination requirements, or be approved for an exemption, prior to the first day of work. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.
Preferences
1. Strong oral and written communication skills.
2. Demonstrated analytical and quantitative skills.
Type Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.
Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
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