Job location: Hyde Park Campus

Employment Type: Full-time
Posted data: 2019-05-13
Req: JR04993
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Department2013024 Pediatrics-Clearing Accounts

About the UnitIn the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Chicago, we strive to provide the highest level of complex care for children from diagnosis and treatment to conducting research to find promising new therapies with a focus on teaching. We are committed to advancing the frontiers of knowledge, and the education and training of future clinical pediatricians, subspecialists, educators, clinical investigators and physician-scientists. The Department of Pediatrics is a dynamic, stimulating place to work, and because we are focused on growth and improved excellence, our staff have particularly challenging and rewarding roles. The Pediatric Clinical Trials Office (Peds CTO) is an existing centralized support office that provides services and high level guidance to individuals (faculty, investigators, research staff, and clinic coordinators from the University and Hospital) involved in human subjects research. The Peds CTO is responsible for establishing standards, operating procedures, policies and practices, implementing educational and training programs, developing communication tools, and managing the administrative functions that impact individuals involved in clinical research.

Job FamilyResearch

Responsible for all aspects of research projects and research facilities. Plans and conducts clinical and non-clinical research; facilitates and monitors daily activities of clinical trials or research projects. Directs engineering and technical support activities to develop and maintain tools and computational methods needed to gather and analyze data.

Career Track and Job LevelClinical Research

Manages, facilitates, and monitors the daily activities of clinical research and clinical trials. Performs a variety of duties involved in the collection, documentation, analysis and reporting of clinical research and clinical trial data. Manages the strategic, administrative, operational, and financial decisions that impact clinical research and clinical trials conducted across the University.

T2: Expands skills in own work area within an analytical/scientific method or operational process. Maintains appropriate licenses, training and/or certifications, as needed. Applies experience and skills to complete assigned work within our area of expertise. Works within standard operating procedures and/or scientific methods. Works with a moderate degree of supervision.

Role ImpactIndividual Contributor

ResponsibilitiesThe job provides technical support activities related to documents, analyzes, and reports on clinical research data. Provides input to support the strategic, administrative, operational, and financial decisions that impact clinical research conducted across the University.

1) Perform specific protocol procedures such as interviewing subjects, taking vital signs, and performing electrocardiograms., 2) Understands protocols and advises treating physicians on appropriate dosage modifications or treatment calculations based on patient characteristics., 3) Prepares for or participate in quality assurance audits conducted by study sponsors, federal agencies, or specially designated review groups., 4) Participates in study-related documentation, such as protocol worksheets, procedural manuals, adverse event reports, institutional review board documents, or progress reports., 5) Performs other related work as needed.

Unit-specific Responsibilities

1) The Clinical Research Coordinator 1 works under the general direction of a Clinical Research Manager

2) Coordinates all aspects of conducting clinical research including: screening, enrollment, subject follow-up, completion of case report forms, and adverse event reports.

3) Maintains accurate and complete documentation of signed informed consent, relevant IRB approvals, source documentation and study related communication.

4) Plans and coordinates patient schedule for study procedures and return visits.

5) Performs other related work as needed.

Unit-preferred Competencies

1) Ability to communicate with tact and diplomacy.

2) Strong organizational skills.

3) Strong communication skills (verbal and written).

4) Ability to communicate with tact and diplomacy.

5) Ability to handle sensitive matters with tact and discretion.

6) Excellent interpersonal skills.

7) Strong data management skills and attention to detail.

8) Ability to participate in protocol review and clinical trial evaluations.

9) Knowledge of medical terminology/environment.

10) Ability to handle competing demands with diplomacy and enthusiasm.

11) Excellent time management and ability to prioritize work assignments.

12) Familiarity with Good Clinical Practices (GCP)

13) Ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines.

14) Ability to pay attention to detail.

Education, Experience, and CertificationsMinimum requirements include vocational training, apprenticeships or the equivalent experience in related field (not typically required to have a four-year degree).

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

Preferred Qualifications

Education

1) Bachelor’s degree

Experience

1) 1 year of clinical research experience or relevant experience

2) Knowledge of medical terminology/environment

Required Documents

1) Cover Letter

2) Resume

NOTE: When applying, all required documents MUST be uploaded under the Resume/CV section of the application.

FLSA StatusNon-Exempt

Pay FrequencyBiweekly

Pay GradeDepends on Qualifications

Scheduled Weekly Hours40

Benefits EligibleYes

Drug Test RequiredNo

Health Screen RequiredYes

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry RequiredNo

Posting Date2019-05-13-07:00

Remove from Posting On or Before2019-11-13-08:00

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