University of Southern California · 4 hours ago
Research Coordinator I
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$31.08/hr - $36.09/hr
1+ years expThe University of Southern California is seeking a Research Coordinator I with a strong medical background and an interest in clinical research. The role involves working independently while collaborating with physicians, patients, and other personnel to ensure the proper conduct of clinical trials and adherence to protocols.
EducationHigher EducationUniversities
Responsibilities
On request from supervisor, reviews in-house protocols prior to CIC approval, looking specifically at necessity and feasibility of required study tests, at areas pertaining to patient compliance, dose modification and at drug toxicities. At times will provide information regarding time or effort to facilitate budget set up
Ensures that study is conducted as written so that scientific questions are answered
Conducts ongoing assessment of protocol deviations and violations
Participates in NCI, FDA and pharmaceutical audits and is knowledgeable of their regulations, especially concerning the reporting of Serious Adverse Events. Enters SAE into iStar for reporting to the IRB. Notifies Data Managers promptly of occurrence of SAE
Interacts with the monitors/auditors from the sponsoring pharmaceutical companies
Determines patient eligibility
Schedules necessary tests
Ensures that written informed consent is obtained using correct version of the stamped Informed Consent. Answers patient’s questions regarding study and toxicities
Calculates correct dose of drug to be administered after determining the Body Surface Area (BSA). Subsequent dose modifications based on toxicity may be necessary and require recalculation
Ensures correct date for return clinic appointment or hospital admission
Schedules or ensures that required tests and procedures for follow-up are done
If patient being seen at outside facility, corresponds with outside physician to ensure that protocol is followed and that tests and procedures are performed. Obtains treatment records from hospital or physician and obtains outside laboratory results
Ensures that study toxicities are recorded correctly and accurately. If Serious Adverse Events are experienced, follows FDA guidelines for prompt reporting within 24 hours
If requested will also do data management, ie, CRF completion on certain protocols and patients
Follows CISO SOPs
Discusses patient eligibility questions and any patient concerns
Is liaison between patient and physician in dealing with medical problems
Notifies physician of Serious Adverse Event. Keep physician updated on patient problems
Discusses toxicities, protocol deviations, or violations that may require a protocol revision
Ensures that tumor measurements are obtained and calculates responses. Ensures that physician signs the Tumor Flow Sheet
Generates data for ongoing evaluation of study when requested
On request, screens for potential protocol patients
Coordinates pre-study evaluations and determines final eligibility to trial
Follow ups with patients for any potential questions regarding the study and toxicities
Assesses psychosocial needs to ensure patient compliance
Conducts thorough pre-study assessment for determining baseline symptoms for Toxicity Assessment form
Educates patient regarding possible toxicities and instructs patient to call if any questions or problems. Is the initial contact person for the patient for problems encountered. Will triage calls appropriately with the physician
Sees patient at each visit for ongoing toxicity assessment; assesses, documents, and reports adverse reactions and ensures that treating physician countersigns the Toxicity Assessment Form. If necessary, ensures that the drug dose is modified appropriately
Performs other related duties as assigned or requested
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree
1 year minimum experience
Administrative or research experience
Working knowledge of MS Office applications
Demonstrated effective communication and writing skills
Ability to multi-task and prioritize
Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team as well as independently
Preferred
Knowledge of medical environment and terminology
Company
University of Southern California
University of Southern California is a private research university offering opportunities for interdisciplinary study and collaboration.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$19.64MKey Investors
Patient-Centered Outcomes Research InstituteCalifornia Institute for Regenerative MedicineCDA Foundation
2025-02-04Grant· $10.8M
2025-01-30Grant· $5.93M
2024-07-30Grant
Leadership Team
David A Barnhart
Director, USC Space Engineering Research Center
H
Hossein Pourmand
Assistant Vice President, Research Initiatives, University Advancement
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