Clinical Research Coordinator- A (Thoracic)

Job purpose:
Perform duties related to the coordination of clinical studies. Coordinate moderately complex aspects of one or more clinical studies and work under close direction of the principal investigator and/or study coordinator/supervisor

Core duties:
Serve as primary contact with research participants, sponsors, and regulatory agencies. Coordinate studies from start-up through closeout.
Determine eligibility of and gather consent from study participants according to protocol. Assist in developing recruitment strategies.
Coordinate collection of study specimens and processing.
Collect and manage patient and laboratory data for clinical research projects. Manage research project databases, develop flow sheets and other study related documents, and complete study documents/case report forms.
Ensure compliance with research protocols, and review and audit case report forms for completion and accuracy with source documents. Prepare regulatory submissions, and ensure Institutional Review Board renewals are completed.
Assemble study kits for study visits, monitor scheduling of procedures and charges, coordinate documents, and attend monitoring meetings with sponsors, acting as primary contact.
Monitor expenditures and adherence to study budgets and resolve billing issues in collaboration with finance and/or management staff.
Interact with the principal investigator regularly, ensuring patient safety and adherence to proper study conduct.
Ensure essential documentation and recording of patient and research data in appropriate files per institutional and regulatory requirements.
Participate in monitor visits and regulatory audits.

Requirements:
Education & Experience:
Two-year college degree and two years related work experience or a Bachelor's degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of related education and relevant experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Strong interpersonal skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
Knowledge of medical terminology.
1283171-100-VAHRR
1284000-100-VAHVQ
The PTA to use is: (50% each)