Clinical Research Coordinator II - University of Florida

Clinical Research Coordinator II

The UF Health Cancer Center is the 72nd NCI designated cancer center and the only one at a public university in the State of Florida. As a matrix cancer center, we span 11 of the University of Florida's 16 colleges, pulling together a world-class, multi-disciplinary membership of over 330 faculty and 150 staff to address the challenges of the cancer burden faced by the population we serve as we work together to find a cure.

As a Clinical Research Coordinator II at the UF Health Cancer Center (UFHCC), you will be responsible for collaborating with other research coordinators and Clinical Research Assistants within the STO, investigators, physicians, nurses, and other key personnel in the clinics, hospitals, and at the Cancer Center to ensure compliance with protocol requirements and satisfactory care for enrolled patients. Coordinating clinical activities for an assigned portfolio of basic-to-moderate studies undertaken in the STO is necessary for success in this role.

In your new role you will be responsible for the following:

• Educate subjects on topics related to the informed consent document and confirms that informed consent documents are appropriately executed, registers and/or randomizes patients with appropriate sponsor; Educate subjects and families on the medical aspects of protocols, testing procedures, visit schedules, and side effects of chemotherapy and/or other therapeutic drugs.
• Collect and interpret data from medical records, including medical history, diagnosis, pathology, laboratory, radiology, specialty test results, progress notes, reported side effects or adverse reactions and dose modifications. Transcribe clinical data into sponsor-specific case report forms, delegating to Clinical Research Assistants (CRA) as appropriate.
• Collaborate with monitors and/or with sponsors’ data management units to resolve case report form discrepancies.

This is an experienced level position, ideal for candidates interested in establishing their career in clinical research. Employees in these roles operate as part of our collaborative research enterprise and are fundamental to the progress of cancer research being conducted at the University of Florida. A complete job description will be provided to candidates selected for interview.

$55,000- $65,000

This is a TEAMS position, and is eligible for a suite of excellent benefits, retirement options, and paid leave.

Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Professional clinical research certification (through SOCRA or ACRP) is required at the earliest of 12 months from hire or eligibility.

Knowledge/Experience:

• A bachelor’s degree in healthcare and/or basic sciences.
• Four to six years of relevant experience and/or training in research and/or oncology preferred. 
• Experience working with databases and/or subject data. 
• Forward-thinking mentality, actively seeking opportunities and proposing creative solutions with strong decision-making capability. 

Qualities:

• A project manager mindset and basic skills including delegation, scheduling, communication, critical thinking, task and quality management, risk management, and flexibility.
• Strong interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to work with a broad range of people including investigators, physicians, clinic and hospital staff, sponsors, partners at other institutions, UFHCC staff, and others. 
• Highly resourceful team-player, with the ability to also be extremely effective, independent, interact professionally, and utilize effective writing and organizational skills. 
• Demonstrate understanding and effective use of Emotional Intelligence strategies and skills. 

Skills/Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders and critical staff, both internally and externally, through a variety of communication mediums and venues. 
• Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion, be adaptable to various competing demands, and demonstrate the highest level of customer/client service and response. 
• Demonstrate ability to achieve high performance goals and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite. 

The University of Florida is committed to non-discrimination with respect to race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, political opinions or affiliations, genetic information, and veteran status in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training.

Applicants must upload a copy of the following documents to be considered for this position:

• Cover Letter or Letter of Interest
• Curriculum Vitae or Resume
• List of Three Professional References

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

This requisition has been reposted. Previous applicants are still under consideration and need not reapply.