JOB SUMMARYWorks under the direction of an Investigator(s) with limited supervision, to coordinate research projects. This position primarily performs patient/participant coordination, however, may conduct data management in smaller departments on as needed basis. Provides supervision to a team engaged in the execution of multiple, complex research protocols.
BENEFITSUT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
- PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
- 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
- Paid Time Off, available day one
- Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
- Paid Parental Leave Benefit
- Wellness programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
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EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATIONRequired- Education
Bachelor's Degree in medical or science related field.
- Experience
5 years of clinical research experience.
May consider additional years of experience or advanced degree in lieu of education or experience, respectively.
Prior experience in the UTSW clinical research mentoring program is highly desirable, and participation in the UTSW clinical research mentoring program may count as additional experience.
Preferred- Licenses and Certifications
(BLS) BASIC LIFE SUPPORT may be required based on research study protocols or affiliate location requirements.
(CPRAED) CPR AED may be required based on research study protocols or affiliate location requirements.
ACRP or SOCRA certification a plus.
JOB DUTIES- Assists with the daily operations for the research unit, to include but not limited to staffing, protocol management, budgeting, and regulatory requirements.
- May assist in development of study design, implementation, and administration for new studies ensuring compliance with HRPP/IRB requirements, Federal/State regulations, and grant and/or contract parameters.
- Assists with monitoring and oversight of active clinical research protocols in accordance with internal policies, federal and state regulations, and University policies.
- Oversees and coordinates data collection and assures accuracy and timely submission to sponsors and/or external
- Oversees and coordinates the scheduling and efficient usage of research facilities.
- Performs research billing activities (including linking patient calendars) and oversees the financial status of the research protocols for the team
- Monitors patient safety by reviewing records and ensuring appropriate reporting per protocol and HRPP standards
- Duties performed may include one or more of the following core functions: a) Directly interacting with or caring for patients; b) Directly interacting with or caring for human-subjects research participants; c) Regularly maintaining, modifying, releasing, or similarly affecting patient records (including patient financial records); or d) Regularly maintaining, modifying, releasing or similarly affecting human-subjects research records.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
