Clinical Research Coordinator

The department of Critical Care Medicine (CCM) is currently seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator to assist with the coordination of clinical research activities in relation to projects being conducted across research centers. This position requires the ability to recruit subjects; perform specific protocol testing; complete biological sample processing and shipping; complete data entry; and provide ancillary support to Clinical Research Coordinators. Incumbent may be required to work evenings and weekends to support study needs. A Bachelor's degree is preferred. Previous experience working in a medical environment and knowledge of medical terminology is desirable.

Job Summary

Assists with and adheres to Institutional Review Board (IRB) renewal, modification, and approved protocols. Recruits research subjects and conducts interviews and research assessments.

Essential Functions

Ability to interpret patient responses and medical records. Ability to accurately enter data into various forms and databases. Ability to adhere to written study protocols.

Physical Effort

This position is usually sedentary but does require walking around campus and may require driving to study sites to perform similar sedentary duties.

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Assignment Category: Full-time regular Job Classification: Staff.Clinical Research Coordinator I Job Family: Research Job Sub Family: Clinical Research Campus: Pittsburgh Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree Minimum Years of Experience Required: No experience required Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30a - 5:00pm, hours may vary based on business needs Work Arrangement: Monday - Friday, 8:30a - 5:00pm, hours may vary based on business needs Hiring Range: To be determined based on qualifications Relocation_Offered: No Visa Sponsorship Provided: No Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check Child Protection Clearances: The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance. Required Documents: Resume Optional Documents: Not Applicable PI243916167