University of Pennsylvania · 11 hours ago
Research Coordinator / Research Coordinator Senior
HUP
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$44K/yr - $64K/yr
1+ years expThe University of Pennsylvania is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. They are seeking a full-time Research Coordinator to facilitate and ensure good clinical practice in the conduct of a newly awarded grant, focusing on project coordination and communication with regulatory bodies.
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Responsibilities
Coordinate the conduct of PCORI grant according to protocol and in accordance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
Assist clinical research coordinators in overseeing execution of project timelines as well as completion of study related activities delegated to research coordinator who provides study related support
Complete relevant trainings
Organize, participate and assist in the preparation of documents needed for initiation, monitoring, internal and external auditing
Coordinate, organize and maintain all documentation required by sponsor or Clinical Research Organizations (CROs) (i.e., source documentation, case report forms, study and regulatory binders, and patient binders)
Assist with data collection and maintenance of clinical trial databases and records in the Clinical Trials Management System (CTMS) in real-time
Maintain the research study website
Provide regular updates to the research team. Work as a part of the research team to maximize the efficiency and quality of research performed, including developing work instructions
Participate in and support study team meetings, including the Data and Safety Monitoring Board (DSMB) activities
This individual will work independently with minimal supervision
Communicate and liaise with regulatory bodies, such as the IRB, ClinicalTrials.gov, and the PCORI program. This includes timely preparation and submission of regulatory documents (IRB amendments, ClinicalTrials.gov record updates, IDS, and progress reports for PCORI)
Schedule and document meetings and reports: executive, ad board, and DSMB meetings; prepare PCORI and DSMB reports
On behalf of the site, communicate with the Sponsor to share study-wide updates/issues with the Research Team’s Program Manager and study team members who were not able to participate
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science and 1 to 2 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required, including 1-3 years of experience with clinical trials
Practical experience coordinating the day-to-day activities of a research project including recruitment
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Ability to learn new methods quickly and multi-task
Ability to work as part of a team as well as independently
Detail-oriented and organized
Possess working knowledge of the Title 21 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), International Conference of Harmonisation (ICH) and Good Clinical (Research) Practice (GCP) Guidelines
Preferred
Experience with PCORI grants
Benefits
Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts
Tuition
Retirement
Time Away from Work
Long-Term Care Insurance
Wellness and Work-life Resources
Professional and Personal Development
University Resources
Discounts and Special Services
Flexible Work Hours
Penn Home Ownership Services
Adoption Assistance
Company
University of Pennsylvania
The University of Pennsylvania is an American private Ivy League Research University that excels in producing future leaders.
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H1B Sponsorship
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2024 (3)
2023 (2)
2022 (3)
2021 (5)
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$81.46MKey Investors
National Science FoundationUS Department of EnergyParent Project Muscular Dystrophy
2024-08-28Grant
2023-06-26Grant· $18M
2022-09-15Grant· $55M
Leadership Team
Mark Dingfield
Executive Vice President
Angela Duckworth
Rosa Lee and Egbert Chang Professor
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