Clinical Research Coordinator 2

At Stanford University School of Medicine the work we do touches lives today and tomorrow. Through education, research, and healthcare, the School of Medicine improves health through leadership, diversity, collaborative discoveries, and innovation.

Whether working in departments with faculty, or in units that support the school, our staff are a part of teams that propel us on our journey toward the future of medicine and Precision Health.

The department of Pediatrics at Stanford University is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator Associate (CRC2) to conduct clinical research and work on complex projects/assignments. This interesting and unique opportunity will oversee the clinical research functions of a multi-site pediatric oncology consortium. Pediatric Oncology Experimental Therapeutics Consortium Research Development and Management Center (POETIC RDMC) is a phase I clinical trial consortium whose mission is “To promote early clinical development of promising therapies for children, adolescents, and young adults with cancer and related disorders”. This position will oversee significant and key aspects of the consortium large research studies and work under close direction of the principal investigator and/or study supervisor.

 

Duties include:

 

Serve as primary contact with research participants, sponsors, and regulatory agencies. Coordinate studies from startup through close-out.

Determine eligibility of and gather consent from study participants according to protocol. Assist in developing recruitment strategies.

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.

Participate in monitor visits and regulatory audits.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in related medical field.

Experience working with oncology clinical research studies.

Experience working with pediatric oncology clinical research studies.

Experience conducting interventional early-phase oncology clinical trials (Phase I/II).

3+ years of experience in a clinical research setting is highly desirable.

 

 

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (REQUIRED):

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 (REQUIRED):

 

Knowledge of medical terminology.

Strong interpersonal skills.

Demonstrates strong teamwork and cross-disciplinary collaboration across multiple stakeholders (data management, regulatory affairs, clinical operations, research staff, external vendors, and more).

Ability to work independently, take initiative, and manage multiple trials simultaneously.

Resilience under pressure; ability to manage competing deadlines and shifting priorities.

Quick learner of new technologies and trial processes; ongoing commitment to professional development.

Resilience under pressure; ability to manage competing deadlines and shifting priorities

Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to interact with multiple stakeholders (investigators, research staff, and more).

Problem-solving, critical thinking, attention to detail, and quality assurance.

Proficiency with electronic data capture (EDC), CTMS, and other trial management systems.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

 

CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES:

Society of Clinical Research Associates or Association of Clinical Research Professionals certification is preferred.

 

* - Other duties may also be assigned

Responsibilities

Core Duties:

• Oversee subject recruitment and study enrollment goals. Determine effective strategies for promoting/recruiting research participants and retaining participants in long-term clinical trials.
• Oversee data management for research projects. Develop and manage systems to organize, collect, report, and monitor data collection. Extract, analyze, and interpret data.
• Develop project schedules, targets, measurements, and accountabilities, as assigned. Lead team meetings and prepare/approve minutes.
• Formally supervise, train, and/or mentor new staff or students, as assigned, potentially including hiring, preparing or assisting with the preparation of performance evaluations, and performing related duties, in addition to instruction on project work.
• Audit operations, including laboratory procedures, to ensure compliance with applicable regulations; provide leadership in identifying and implementing corrective actions/processes. Monitor Institutional Review Board submissions and respond to requests and questions.
• Collaborate with principal investigators and study sponsors, monitor and report serious adverse events, and resolve study queries.
• Provide leadership in determining, recommending, and implementing improvements to policies/processes; define best practices.
• Develop study budget with staff and principal investigator, identifying standard of care versus study procedures. Track patient and study specific milestones, and invoice sponsors according to study contract.
• Ensure regulatory compliance. Regularly inspect study documents to ensure ongoing regulatory compliance.
• Work with principal investigator to ensure Investigational New Drug applications are submitted to the FDA when applicable. Ensure Institutional Review Board renewals are completed.
   

Minimum Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in a related field and two years of experience in clinical research, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and database applications.
• Experience with research protocols and regulatory or governing bodies, which include HIPAA and FDA regulations, Institutional Review Board requirements, and Good Clinical Practices.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
   

Certificates and Licenses Required

Society of Clinical Research Associates or Association of Clinical Research Professionals certification is preferred.