Clinical Research Coordinator

Responsibilities

Leads execution & control of a biomedical &/or social science project or research study

Manages and ensures completion of study activities per protocol. Collaborating with nursing staff and Principal Investigator (PI) ascertains pretreatment & eligibility requirements; interviews participants & obtains social & medical histories; based on results determines & registers participants with appropriate sponsors; completes informed consent; determines & organizes patient's treatment and test schedules

Manages conduct of experimental tests & procedures. Closely monitors & documents patient's adverse events; partners with nursing staff in modifying dosages, tests & treatment schedule

Manages project data including processing, accuracy, analysis & evaluation of data ensuring that results meet project information and deliverable objectives. Partners with internal/external project and IT staff to create, review, analyze, interpret, summarize and prepare progress & final reports

Provides consultation to internal/external project staff on appropriate data management, methodological issues and analysis of data

Manages project, collaborating and partnering with all internal/external staff including sponsoring agencies, organizations &/or other research &/or educational institutions to ensure project objectives and timelines are attained. Advises project staff on enhancements and changes to processes, practices, and procedures to ensure compliance with protocols and to increase effectiveness and efficiency of project

Manages day-to-day project operational & business functions; implements existing policy & ensures the effective, compliant, & efficient completion of daily administrative operations

Ensures appropriate and timely compliance with associated local, state, & federal regulatory guidelines, requirements, & laws; & research protocols

Perform other duties as assigned

Preferred

Experience working with the cardiovascular population

Enhanced clinical understanding of the cardiovascular population

Familiarity with hospital electronic systems (i.e. electronic medical records, IDX, Cadence)

Benefits

Health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

Paid medical/sick and parental leave

Tuition benefits for the employee and dependents

Pre-tax and flex spending accounts for commuting and dependent care

Generous retirement savings options

Wellness programs

Flexible work arrangements where possible

Programs to help you locate and pay for quality, affordable childcare and senior/adult care

Programs and services to help you and your family navigate life’s challenges and opportunities and adopt and maintain healthy lifestyles

Northwestern supports employee career development in all circumstances whether your workspace is on campus or at home

A variety of tools and resources

Continuing your formal education

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Northwestern University is a private research and teaching university that offers academic programs across various fields of study. It is a sub-organization of Northwestern Athletics.

Evanston, Illinois, USA

https://www.northwestern.edu

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Qualifications

Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree in a major such as social or health science or related; OR appropriate combination of education and experience and 2 years' research study or other relevant experience required; OR

Successful completion of a full course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a master's or higher degree in a major such as social or health science or related; OR appropriate combination of education and experience and 1 year research study or other relevant experience

Must complete NU's IRB CITI training before interacting with any participants & must re-certify every 3 years

A bachelor's degree in a social or health science + 2 years' experience; or 4 years practical research study or related experience; or a master's degree in a social or health science + 1 year experience is required

Experience working with the cardiovascular population

Enhanced clinical understanding of the cardiovascular population

Familiarity with hospital electronic systems (i.e. electronic medical records, IDX, Cadence)

Successful completion of a full course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a master's or higher degree in a major such as social or health science or related; OR appropriate combination of education and experience and 1 year research study or other relevant experience.

A bachelor's degree in a social or health science + 2 years’ experience; or 4 years practical research study or related experience; or a master's degree in a social or health science + 1 year experience is required.

Required skills

Clinical Practices (GCP), Institutional Review Board (IRB) CITI training, Biomedical research study management, Social-behavioral research study management, Clinical trial protocol compliance, Data management and analysis, Electronic medical records (EMR) systems, Cardiovascular clinical knowledge

Preferred skills

Experience working with the cardiovascular population

Experience

1+ years