Job Info
Department
BSD MED - Center for Personalized Therapeutics - Research
About the Department
The Center for Personalized Therapeutics researches pharmacogenomics on two levels: discovery and implementation. Research Coordinators work on both types of projects which provide a system for clinicians to use patients' genetic information when making medication decisions.
Job Summary
The Clinical Research Coordinator 1 position is focused on supporting patient-oriented personalized medicine clinical research studies within the Center for Personalized Therapeutics. Responsibilities include interviewing and consenting subjects for participation, arranging collection of DNA samples, data collection, data entry and data analysis. Other tasks include preparing 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. The position is a wonderful opportunity for those anticipating pursuing a future degree in Medicine (e.g., M.D.).
Responsibilities
- Interviewing and consenting subjects for participation.
- Arranging collection of DNA samples, data collection, data entry and data analysis.
- Other tasks include preparing 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.
- Prepares for or participate in quality assurance audits conducted by study sponsors, federal agencies, or specially designated review groups.
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Participates in study-related documentation, such as protocol worksheets, procedural manuals, adverse event reports, institutional review board documents, or progress reports.
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Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum QualificationsEducation:Minimum requirements include vocational training, apprenticeships or the equivalent experience in related field (not typically required to have a four-year degree).
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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:---Preferred QualificationsEducation: Experience: - Knowledge of medical terminology/environment.
Preferred Competencies
- Interact and communicate with clarity, tact, and courtesy with patrons, patients, staff, faculty, students, and others.
- 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.
- Read and understand complex documents (e.g., clinical trials).
- 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 (required)
- Cover Letter (required)
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Job FamilyResearch
Role ImpactIndividual Contributor
FLSA StatusNon-Exempt
Pay FrequencyBiweekly
Scheduled Weekly Hours40
Benefits EligibleYes
Drug Test RequiredYes
Health Screen RequiredYes
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry RequiredNo
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