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BSD MED - Center for Personalized Therapeutics - Research

About the Department

The Center for Personalized Therapeutics researches pharmacogenomics on two levels: Discovery and implementation. Clinical Research Coordinators work on an ongoing implementation project which provides a system for clinicians to use patients\' genetic information when making medication decisions.

Job Summary

The Clinical Research Coordinator 2 will focus on a personalized medicine clinical research study within the Center for Personalized Therapeutics. These positions are a wonderful opportunity for those anticipating pursuing a degree in Medicine.

Responsibilities

• Screening, interviewing and consenting subjects for participation.
• Arrange collection of blood and buccal samples, data collection, data entry and data analysis.
• Prepare summaries of data and related literature related to the current research, and help in the generation of reports, posters, abstracts, and articles related to the research project.
• Analyzes, facilitates and participates in the daily activities of multiple moderately complex clinical trials and performs all aspects of clinical data management, including patient data retrieval, referring MD office records, preparing clinical research charts, and participation in program audits.
• Solves a range of straightforward problems relating to the administration of the compliance, financial and other related aspects of a clinical study.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.

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Work Experience:

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

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Certifications:

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Preferred Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor\'s degree.

Experience:

• Previous research experience or relevant experience.

Preferred Competencies

• Knowledge of medical terminology/environment.
• Ability to interact and communicate with clarity, tact, and courtesy with patrons, patients, staff, faculty, students, and others.
• Ability to communicate with tact and diplomacy.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written).
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong data management skills and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Adobe Acrobat.
• Ability to read and understand complex documents (e.g., clinical trials).
• Ability to handle competing demands with diplomacy and enthusiasm.
• Ability to absorb large amounts of information quickly.
• Adaptability to changing working situations and work assignments.

Application Documents

• Resume/CV (required)
• Cover Letter (required)

When applying, the document(s) MUSTbe uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.

Job Family

Research

Role Impact

Individual Contributor

FLSA Status

Exempt

Pay Frequency

Monthly

Scheduled

Weekly Hours

40

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Drug Test Required

Yes

Health Screen Required

Yes

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required

No

Posting Statement

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Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.

We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and encourages a diversity of perspectives, experiences, groups of individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge, engagement, and exchange.

All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history.