Clinical Research Coordinator

UROLOGY (IN-UROL-IUINA)

Coordinate, manage, and participate in clinical research studies conducted by Indiana University School of Medicine Department of Urology investigators. Performs a variety of patient/subject related care and administrative duties to support activities that meet objectives of assigned research protocol(s). Sponsor support and training provided.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provides subject screening, care and data collection procedures in adherence with the assigned study protocol and in accordance with good clinical principals.
• Confers with study subjects to explain purpose of investigation. Explains diagnostic procedures, risk, and methods of treatment to patients and family. Obtain written consent from participants in study prior to initiation of any protocol procedures.
• Coordinates screening, consenting and scheduling of test or exams of study subjects. Assist with and/or leads study initiation visits and monitoring visits by research sponsors.
• Collects pertinent data from subjects, charts and interviews. Maintains research regulatory documentation for the department and individual study sponsor.
• Completes case report forms (CRFs) in accordance with research guidelines. Reviews CRFs, source documentation and study files with representatives from sponsor or from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Make necessary corrections to CRFs and submit requested documentation in a timely manner.
• Complies with standard operating procedures of institution review board (IRB). Submits reports, documents and correspondence as necessary to the IRB or sponsor.
• Maintains current knowledge of regulations governing clinical research. Initiates and participates in problem solving discussions within a functional teamwork concept. Attends research meetings and conferences as required.

Approximately 40% of the duties of this position will be predetermined or structured according to Department and/or University policies, procedures, and protocols. 60% of the duties of this position will require the employee to make decisions that will affect outcomes. These decisions center around participant recruitment and retention, team dynamics, study visits, specimen collections and shipments and study coordination.

The level of job complexity for this position is typically moderate but may be high at times. The position may assist the Principal Investigators in creating or implementing policies, procedures, and protocols that impact the individual programs. This individual will also be required to handle complicated or urgent matters involving patient care or service recovery that require quick thinking, sound independent judgment, and tact. Good communication skills and teamwork are imperative. The overall scope of influence for this position is within the Department of Urology.

Bachelor's degree in science or a health-related field; OR associate's degree in Allied Health professions/bachelor's degree in other fields and three years of experience in clinical research.

Clinical Research Certification (ARCP or SOCRA).

Knowledge of regulatory affairs and/or issues. Ability to maintain a high level of expertise through familiarity of clinical literature and/or attending continuing education classes, conferences, seminars, and project team meetings.

Must be able to perform the essential duties and functions of the job with or without accomodation. The person in this role will need to communicate effectively, use a computer for extended periods of time, and work with lab equipment and chemicals.

Equipment utilized: Various lab and clinical equipment, and a computer.

Methodist Hospital

Indianapolis, Indiana

Salary Plan: PAE

Salary Grade: 3RS

FLSA: Exempt

Job Function: Research

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