Clinical Research Coordinator

Perform administrative duties such as protocol design, data analysis, quality assurance, grant preparation, documentation for Human Studies approval, study progress reports, and manuscript preparation.

Coordinates and implements research study according to the study protocol. Assists with preliminary planning for the study including performing literature searches and developing data forms. Assists in the formulation of research aims and protocols. Demonstrates understanding and knowledge of designated study protocols and methods of implementation.

Organizes, establishes and maintains research databases on active clinical trials and uses the databases to extract information for reports, papers and feedback to the study team.

Collects, compiles, tabulates and analyzes research data. Ensures that data is entered into the database accurately and in a timely fashion. Reviews and analyzes significant data and statistics in the computer file. Works to ensure that appropriate control systems are in place to monitor the progress of data acquisition and to define new approaches to data management. Periodically assess quality and completeness of database and patients' files. Maintains all required records. Serves as a resource in providing statistical information from the database.

Assists in writing research publications. Performs independent literature searches and selects references for final publication. Prepares data and graphics. Assists in presenting study findings to interested groups both inside and outside of the hospital. Works with physicians, clinical nurses and patients to identify and screen appropriate candidates for protocols and evaluates criteria for inclusion/exclusion per study protocol. Obtains all necessary approvals, patient written informed consent, and demographic information required for patient enrollment.

Contacts patients and/or families via written and telephone communications for the purpose of explaining the nature of the study and setting up visits and interviews, including the coordination of international patients. Arranges and coordinates scheduling of initial assessment and subsequent assessments, if necessary, as outlined in study protocol.

Schedules imaging appointments (DSA, CTA, MRA, etc.) and other study procedures for human studies. Collects tissue samples as required by active clinical trials. Arranges transport of samples for processing. Collects, analyzes and assures the quality of pertinent patient documentation according to established guidelines. Maintains confidential patient files including all correspondence, information, raw data and follow-up status of all study patients. Documents and maintains specific protocol information and communications according to the established guidelines of the unit.

Monitors study by gathering information and reviewing materials, visiting patients in the study, discussing problems and exchanging information with clinical nurses.

Assesses learning needs and educates patients and family as appropriate regarding protocol management and participation in research project.

Organizes project team meetings and prepares the agenda under direction of the principal investigator(s).

Assesses patient participation on a continuous basis in light of ethical considerations. Acts as liaison between patient and other members of the team regarding the research protocol.

Responsible for developing and maintaining a web page for study information in conjunction with the Principal Investigator, Administrative Director, Marketing and the Research Management Office.

Designing/implementing advertisements for research study recruitment.

Establishes effective working relationships with the project team.

Works closely with Administrative Director for Research to review expenditures on industry or federal clinical trials and ensures clinical trial billings and expected revenue match.
Reconcile and analyze monthly financial statements. Maintain communication channels with hospital grant department and address any administrative or compliance issue in a timely manner.

• Bachelor's degree required in a science or healthcare related field, Master's preferred
• Exceptional computer skills (including operating systems, word processing, database, electronic mail, internet, and spreadsheets) required.
• Good command of English language, including medical and scientific terminology.
• Exceptional organizational skills and the flexibility to handle multiple tasks and deadline pressures.
• Effective analytical skills.
• Excellent interpersonal/ communication skills.