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Shriners Children's · 12 hours ago

Clinical Research Coordinator II

Lexington, KY

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Shriners Children’s is an organization that respects, supports, and values each other. They are seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator II who will oversee and ensure compliance of clinical research activities while collaborating with various stakeholders to maintain subject safety and data quality.

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Responsibilities

Maintains a contemporary knowledge of clinical research regulatory requirements. Has a working knowledge of the complex clinical research process, from protocol development to implementation

Supports the investigators’ development of SC investigator-initiated research protocols. Performs critical analysis of proposed research projects in order to determine appropriateness and feasibility at the local site, including the evaluation of resources required, budgeting, and regulatory requirements

Supports the implementation of approved research protocols. Ensures studies are conducted in compliance with the approved protocol, Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines, applicable regulatory requirements, SC policies and standards

Responsible for tracking all aspects of projects including all study, investigator and Institutional Review Board (IRB) information, patient recruitment activity, and financial management. Actively collaborates with applicable headquarters departments, including Research Programs, Legal, and Compliance related to protocol reviews, IRB submissions, sponsored contracts, material transfers, data use agreements, and HIPAA compliance for projects conducted within SHC. Provides direction and education to clinical research staff on protocol-related activities

Works closely with investigators, research leadership, study sponsor and regulatory agencies to conduct and report the results of clinical research

Responsible for oversight and documentation of the delivery, storage, and disposition of investigational products at the site, in accordance with federal and state regulations and sponsor requirements. Effectively provides information about the use of investigational products to patients

Understands and adheres to safety monitoring and reporting requirements of regulatory agencies that oversee use of an investigational product in research

Coordinates the collection, statistical analysis and dissemination of data results throughout a clinical study

Evaluates protocols under consideration for feasibility, including the process for data collection, entry, storage and reporting. Assists in the development of procedures to standardize data collection and management, including the safeguarding of data, for each protocol. Responsible for timely data collection. Ensures accurate entry of research and outcome data into secure research databases

Verifies data accuracy through internal quality control measures to confirm reported study data is accurate, complete, and verifiable from source documents. Provides timely responses to data queries; reviews source documents and addresses data discrepancies. Participates in timely and thorough data cleaning and database lock procedures in preparation for data analysis

Contributes in compiling, critically analyzing and preparing study results to share with research team. Provides input into the dissemination of research results by verifying all regulatory and compliance criteria are met, confirming that the SC system is credited appropriately, and assisting with abstract and manuscript preparation and submission as applicable

Demonstrates knowledge of ethical standards set forth by the Belmont Report, the Nuremberg Code and the International Conference of Harmonization GCP standards. Exhibits a commitment to human subjects’ protection by providing the highest level of ethical and safety practices to protect all participants involved in research studies supported and approved by Shriners Children's

Maintains education in human subject protection and good clinical practice principles, and applies knowledge of those ethical principles when interacting with subjects. Possesses a thorough understanding of the ethical issues involved with vulnerable pediatric populations, and identifies and implements additional safeguards that should be in place for SC’s vulnerable populations. Reports any concerns or issues directly to the Department of Research Programs or other appropriate departments for follow-up

Safeguards all participants involved in a research study supported and approved by Shriners Children's. Maintains patient safety and privacy throughout the study. Collaborates with investigators and other research staff to mitigate risk. Protects the rights and well-being of human subjects. Confirms appropriate training and education are in place to safely perform study protocols

Adheres to and applies protocol eligibility criteria when recruiting patients. Demonstrates a clear understanding of an ethical and legally effective informed consent process. Effectively communicates with participants/families during the consent

Facilitates the local site’s research programs and projects through collaborative, timely communications and teamwork. Exhibits excellent communication and collaboration in all aspects of the research program within the site; between the site and the sponsor; and with appropriate outside entities. Establishes and maintains collaborative relationships with all involved in clinical research operations. Fosters teamwork by respecting and valuing the contributions of all involved in the clinical research process

Works effectively with SC leadership to ensure the research mission is upheld. Maintains scientific integrity, intellectual honesty, and excellence

Demonstrates interpersonal and professional skills, including but not limited to, professional appearance, tact, planning, punctuality, dependability and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of individuals in a diverse community

Provides expertise consultation and mentorship to site staff, residence, students, and volunteers with respect to research processes, Good Clinical Practices, and regulations governing clinical research. Interacts with other departments in a professional and timely manner to facilitate research coordination

Qualification

Clinical Research ExperienceClinical Practice (GCP)IRB KnowledgeData ManagementStatistical AnalysisEthical Standards KnowledgeProfessionalismPlanningCommunication SkillsTeamworkMentorshipInterpersonal Skills

Required

3 or more years Clinical Research experience, e.g. experience with site management, study management, IRBs, and federal regulations regarding clinical research compliance

Bachelor's Degree, or 5+ years of specific job-related experience in the administration of clinical research in lieu of degree