University of Illinois - Chicago, IL
posted about 2 months ago
Full-time - Entry Level
Chicago, IL
10,001+ employees
Educational Services
About the position
The Clinical Research Coordinator at the University of Illinois Chicago's Cancer Center is responsible for managing and directing the coordination of clinical research protocols. This role involves overseeing all components of clinical trials, including patient recruitment, compliance with protocols, and data management. The coordinator will work closely with physicians, clinical staff, and regulatory agencies to ensure the successful implementation of research projects across various clinical phases.
Responsibilities
- Assist in establishing and coordinating the implementation of clinical research protocol priorities.
- Notify and inform relevant parties of adverse events and protocol modifications.
- Coordinate the activation and maintenance of clinical protocols, including submissions and adverse event reports.
- Review laboratory and clinic procedures to ensure protocol compliance.
- Act as a liaison between physicians, clinical staff, and regulatory agencies.
- Assist in identifying and recruiting patients for clinical research.
- Execute the informed consent process and monitor patient status.
- Ensure compliance with established protocols and regulatory standards.
- Participate in conducting surveys and quality of life interviews.
- Assist investigators in organizing study data for reports and publications.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in nursing, science, or a health-related field.
- Certified Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC) or Certified Clinical Research Professional certification preferred, required within 2 years of hire.
- At least one year of experience in a research discipline, preferably in a clinical research setting.
- Experience working with Federal Regulations and IRBs, with oncology research protocols preferred.
- Familiarity with medical terminology and electronic medical records preferred.
- Strong interpersonal and customer service skills, with excellent written and oral communication abilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and related software.
- Knowledge of Medicare Coverage Analyses and conventional care cost billing is desirable.
- Knowledge of research protocols, principles, and procedures.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience with Electronic Medical Records.
- Knowledge of clinical tasks required for research, such as phlebotomy and interviewing.
