University of Pennsylvania · 12 hours ago
Research Coordinator / Research Coordinator Senior
The 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 PCORI grant, involving 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
The successful candidate must have: (1) practical experience coordinating the day-to-day activities of a research project including recruitment; (2) effective verbal and written communication skills; (3) ability to learn new methods quickly and multi-task; (4) ability to work as part of a team as well as independently; (5) detail-oriented and organized; (6) 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: Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family’s health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
Tuition: Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.
Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn’s Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.
Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with family—whatever your personal needs may be.
Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility. If you apply when you’re newly hired, you won’t have to provide proof of good health or be subject to underwriting requirements. Eligible family members must always provide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting.
Wellness and Work-life Resources: Penn is committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competing demands of work and personal life. That’s why we offer a wide variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health, your family, and your work-life balance.
Professional and Personal Development: Penn provides an array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and professionally.
University Resources: As a member of the Penn community, you have access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of the University’s libraries and athletic facilities, or visit our arboretum and art galleries. There’s always something going on at Penn, whether it’s a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest music or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a member of the Penn community, you’re right in the middle of the excitement—and you and your family can enjoy many of these activities for free.
Discounts and Special Services: From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you'll find great deals for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts and cultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admission and memberships to faculty and staff. You can also enjoy substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks.
Flexible Work Hours: Flexible work options offer creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments. These approaches involve use of non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures.
Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home improvements.
Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household.
Company
University of Pennsylvania
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$81.46MKey Investors
National Science FoundationUS Department of EnergyParent Project Muscular Dystrophy
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2023-06-26Grant· $18M
2022-09-15Grant· $55M
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