Research Coordinator II - OB-GYN

Dartmouth Health - Lebanon, NH

Full-time - Entry Level

Lebanon, NH

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Clinical Research Coordinator II plays a vital role in managing and conducting clinical research studies at a skilled level, working closely with the Principal Investigator (PI). This position requires a comprehensive understanding of the clinical research process and relevant regulations, with an expectation of progressively taking on more complex responsibilities. The coordinator will support subject management, regulatory documentation, and ensure ethical conduct in research while maintaining participant safety.

Responsibilities

• Arrange and schedule required tests and appointments for study participants.
• Support all aspects of study operations, including subject management and regulatory compliance, under the oversight of the PI.
• Perform data entry in the Clinical Trial Management System (CTMS) and scan informed consents into the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
• Administer Quality of Life (QoL) questionnaires under the supervision of the investigator.
• Interview study participants about their medical history, medications, adverse events, demographics, and quality of life issues, with review by the PI.
• Communicate with participants throughout the study and provide education and support to them and their families.
• Prepare and submit regulatory documents to study sponsors and regulatory agencies.
• Maintain study and regulatory documentation, including managing tasks related to Institutional Review Boards (IRBs) and regulatory committees.
• Implement Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and Human Subjects Protection (HSP) practices in research activities.
• Assist in the design of studies to include safeguards for ethical conduct and protection of vulnerable populations.
• Utilize Electronic Data Capture (EDC) systems for study operations, including scoring tests and completing Case Report Forms (CRFs).
• Monitor data quality and investigate issues related to data capture and management.
• Organize and manage clinical trials and research studies, including conducting protocol reviews and seeking new research opportunities.
• Serve as a liaison between principal investigators, regulatory agencies, and study participants to resolve problems.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and 2 years of relevant research experience or equivalent years of experience.
• Ability to travel as required.
• BLS certification required within 30 days of hire.

Nice-to-haves

• SOCRA/ACRP Certification or eligibility for certification preferred.