Associate Clinical Research Coordinator

Position Summary:

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as an Associate Clinical Research Coordinator. The Associate Clinical Research Coordinator is an active participant in the coordination of cancer related clinical research studies from research planning to completion of studies. The Associate Clinical Research Coordinator performs study coordination tasks under the direction of the investigator and works closely with the Research Nurse and Data Coordinator to ensure overall compliance in the conduct of the study, and adherence to the approved study protocol.

Job Responsibilities:

Additional responsibilities as needed including: Help in the development of SOPs, policy changes, education sessions, and quality improvement projects.
Work with licensed clinicians to develop tracking forms for all active trials, maintain tracking forms throughout the life cycle of the protocol.
Provide updates to study team members regarding changes to workflow or patient-related specific needs according to protocol modifications.
Schedule participants according to the approved protocol; coordinate with ancillary service providers to ensure patients remain adherent to the protocol.
Prepare for study visits: bio-specimen collection, research ticket preparation, lab and EKG orders, scheduling of biopsies and scans, facilitating RECIST form, AE and Conmed form completion in conjunction with licensed professional and other tasks as needed.
Act as primary point of contact for all bio-specimen collections.
Compile and submit weekly pharmacy lists to investigational pharmacy.
Monitor infusion chair assignments; assure patient assignments are aligned with protocol requirements; make necessary requests for changes on as-needed basis.
Help to reconcile any clinical discrepancies in data with RDAs and RCs.
Maintain follow up calendar ensuring all survival follow up assessments are completed per the protocol; performs assessments not requiring licensure.
May perform EKGs with documented training.
Initiates vial assignment by DCU and coordinates with Infusion Nurses and Pharmacy to ensure timely dispensation of IP.
Participates in Pre-Screening activities to identify patients that may be eligible for a clinical trial.
Under the supervision of licensed clinicians administers ancillary assessments (i.e, Quality of Life Exam).
Participates in the feasibility and complexity assessment process for new protocols.
Assists patients in understanding the schedule of assessments according to the approved protocol, coordination of appointments, and ancillary services (under the supervision of a licensed clinician but clinician does not have to be physically present).
Under the supervision of investigator, may take part in AE and Con Med documentation and reporting activities such as SAE and ECI reports (All documentation must be verified and signed by licensed clinicians before submission and all assessments must be made by a licensed clinician).
Write research notes in EPIC (may not make assessments).
Helps compile enrollment packet materials (must be reviewed and signed by investigator).

Minimum Qualifications:

To qualify you must have a Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Computer literate with good interpersonal, writing and verbal communication skills.
1 years relevant experience required. Effective oral, written, communication, interpersonal skills. Must be able to work under the direction of supervision Ability to identify, analyze and solve problems. Time management skills and ability to work well under pressure. Proficiency in using various Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, Access, Power Point and Outlook. Familiar with Internet applications.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelors degree, preferably in science, public health, health education or a related field. Professional certification (ACRP CCRC or SOCRA CCRP). Individuals without this certification will be encouraged to obtain this certification within one year of starting in the CRC role. 4 years experience in research or related experience preferred.