University of Chicago - Chicago, IL
posted about 2 months ago
Full-time - Entry Level
Chicago, IL
Educational Services
About the position
The Clinical Research Coordinator 1 (CRC1) at the University of Chicago works under the direction of the Principal Investigator to support and coordinate daily clinical trial activities. This role is critical in conducting biomedical and social-behavioral research, which includes administering tests, collecting data, and maintaining communication with study participants and personnel. The CRC1 is responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of clinical studies from startup through closeout, while adhering to protocols and maintaining detailed records.
Responsibilities
- Recruits study participants.
- Reviews and obtains informed consent.
- Schedules study visits with participants.
- Conducts interviews.
- Scores test results.
- Collects, extracts and enters data.
- Reviews medical records.
- Consults with nurses and physicians to determine pretreatment and eligibility requirements of protocol from completion to registration of participants.
- Facilitates communication with personnel and participants to maintain project study flow.
- Conducts coaching sessions via webinar, telephone or through groups.
- Coordinates the study from startup through closeout.
- Maintains detailed records of results.
- Prepares basic charts and graphs.
- Performs scientific literature searches in support of research being conducted.
- Monitors and distribute compensation to participants.
- Analyzes study-related documentation, such as protocol worksheets, procedural manuals, adverse event reports, institutional review board documents, or progress reports.
- Accountable for all tasks in basic clinical studies.
- Uses knowledge of clinical studies to coordinate the collection of analyzable clinical research data and/or samples.
- Performs other related work as needed.
Requirements
- Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
- Knowledge and skills developed through relevant work experience.
Nice-to-haves
- Bachelor's degree.
- Knowledge of medical terminology/environment.
- Experience with sleep research or knowledge of sleep disorders.
Benefits
- Health insurance coverage.
- Paid holidays.
- Flexible scheduling options.
