Clinical Research Coordinator I - CCTI

Columbia University Irving Medical Center's Columbia Center for Translational Immunology seeks a Clinical Research Coordinator I to support clinical and laboratory research involving transplant recipients and humanized mouse models. The role coordinates participant recruitment, specimen collection and processing, clinical data management, IRB compliance, biobanking operations, HLA typing, and translational immunology research initiatives.

Responsibilities

Process and manage human biological specimens

Maintain accurate specimen records and databases

Order laboratory supplies and manage inventory levels

Monitor, maintain, and coordinate servicing of laboratory equipment

Assist with billing and invoicing for Biobank services

Collaborate with investigators, the Scientific Review Committee (SRC), and Institutional Review Boards (IRBs) to ensure compliance with study protocols and regulatory requirements

Obtain, process, and store fetal tissue in accordance with study protocols and applicable federal, state, institutional, and laboratory policies

Participate in clinical research studies involving transplantation

Recruit, enroll, and follow study participants; assist with human sample processing and data analysis

Process and ship blood, lymphoid tissue, intestinal tissue, bone marrow, and stool specimens in accordance with sponsor protocols and applicable federal, state, and institutional regulations

Isolate genomic DNA (gDNA) from collected specimens and coordinate HLA typing and single nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) analyses

Compile, analyze, and disseminate HLA typing results for donors and transplant recipients

Collect, manage, and analyze clinical data from EPIC electronic medical records and the UNOS donor database, including demographic information, HLA typing, immunosuppression regimens, episodes of rejection and infection, donor-specific antibody (DSA) development, and other clinical outcomes

Participate in Human Studies Core projects and interlaboratory collaborative studies

Maintain protocol-specific regulatory documents, study files, and research records; enter and manage study data within centralized and study-specific databases

Attend and actively participate in laboratory meetings, data monitoring meetings, and scientific seminars; provide updates on recruitment, study progress, and research activities

Report to the Principal Investigator and Laboratory Director within CCTI and the Department of Medicine

Prepare, submit, and maintain IRB protocols, amendments, continuing reviews, and related regulatory documentation

Process invoices and assist with financial reconciliation activities for the Human Studies Core

Perform additional duties as assigned

Preferred

Minimum of two (2) years of related experience in clinical research and/or a patient care setting

Eligibility to sit for ACRP or SOCRA certification examinations

Experience in clinical research coordination, specimen processing, transplant research, or immunology research

Self-motivated and highly organized, with the ability to work in a fast-paced research environment

Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and electronic data management systems

Phlebotomy experience and certification preferred

Minimum of two (2) years of related experience in clinical research and/or a patient care setting.

Clinical Research Experience

Patient Care Experience

Clinical Research Coordination

Specimen Processing

Transplant Research

Immunology Research

ACRP Certification Eligibility

SOCRA Certification Eligibility

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Electronic Data Management Systems

Phlebotomy

Phlebotomy Certification

Self-Motivation

Organization

Fast-Paced Adaptability

Company

Academic medical center providing patient care, research, and education.

New York, New York, USA

https://www.cuimc.columbia.edu/

Founded in 1767

10001+ employees

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Immunology, Biology, Life Sciences, Public Health, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Excellent interpersonal, written, verbal, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with clinical populations and multidisciplinary teams

Demonstrated ability to independently manage complex tasks while exercising sound judgment and adhering to all federal, state, institutional, and departmental regulations and guidelines

Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within research and clinical environments

Commitment to a minimum two-year term in the position

Minimum of two (2) years of related experience in clinical research and/or a patient care setting

Eligibility to sit for ACRP or SOCRA certification examinations

Experience in clinical research coordination, specimen processing, transplant research, or immunology research

Self-motivated and highly organized, with the ability to work in a fast-paced research environment

Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and electronic data management systems

Phlebotomy experience and certification preferred

Commitment to a minimum two-year term in the position.

Required skills

Clinical Research Coordination, Specimen Processing, Transplant Research, Immunology Research, IRB Protocol Management, HLA Typing, Clinical Data Analysis, Electronic Data Management Systems, Phlebotomy, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint

Preferred skills

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Experience

2+ years