Clinical Research Coordinator- Temporary - University of Pennsylvania

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Posted Job Title

Clinical Research Coordinator- Temporary





Job Profile Title

Temporary Employee - Non-Exempt





Job Description Summary






Job Description


With minimal supervision, coordinate Phase I-IV clinical trials. Recruit, consent and screen patients according to protocol. Schedule patient visits and any necessary testing. Monitor patients per protocol requirements and ensure adherence to protocol requirements, organize and maintain all documentation required by the sponsor or CRO- including source documentation, case report forms, and research charts. Collect, review and report study data, complete case report forms and resolve data queries, process and ship study specimens including blood, urine and tissue samples, Participate in initiation, monitoring, audit and close-out visits. Participate in study team meetings, disease site group meetings, and ongoing protocol training/compliance meetings. Assist in the development/maintenance of study specific case report forms and source document tools; show vigilance in patient safety, protocol compliance and data quality. Assist in the monitoring of external sites and assist in the management of multisite trials. Adhere to all University of Pennsylvania, FDA and GCP guidelines.




DUTIES:


Coordinator B: With minimal supervision, coordinate Phase I-IV clinical trials. Recruit, consent and screen patients according to protocol. Schedule patient visits and any necessary testing. Monitor patients per protocol requirements and ensure adherence to protocol requirements, organize and maintain all documentation required by the sponsor or CRO- including source documentation, case report forms, and research cha1ts. Collect, review and report study data, complete case report forms and resolve data queries, process and ship study specimens including blood, urine and tissue samples, Participate in initiation, monitoring, audit and close-out visits. Participate in study team meetings, disease site group meetings, and ongoing protocol training/compliance meetings. Assist in the development/maintenance of study specific case report forms and source document tools; show vigilance in patient safety, protocol compliance and data quality. Assist in the monitoring of external sites and assist in the management of multisite trials. Adhere to all University of Pennsylvania, FDA and GCP guidelines.




QUALIFICATIONS:


Effective problem solving abilities; effective communication and writing skills; strong organizational and time management skills; flexible and able to multi-task; demonstrated ability to work as part of a team, as well as independently; knowledge of IRB and human research protection regulations. Coordinator B: Bachelor's degree and 2-4 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.




POSITION IS CONTINGENT UPON FUNDING






Job Location - City, State

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania





Department / School

Perelman School of Medicine





Pay Range

$7.25 - $27.91 Hourly Rate

Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile.








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