Clinical Research Coordinator - Supportive Care, Comprehensive Cancer Center

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Clinical Research Coordinator - Supportive Care, Comprehensive Cancer Center

Department: CCC | Palliative Medicine

The Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) provides support for clinical research activities within the Center for Research Excellence in Supportive Care (CREST) at the James Cancer Center/Solove Research Institute and the Section for Pain and Palliative Care Research (SPARC) in the Division of Palliative Medicine. CREST focuses on supportive care research in areas such as aging and cognitive impairment, pain and symptom management, substance use, and medical cannabis in individuals with serious illness, particularly cancer.

The CRC works closely with principal investigators and research teams to coordinate and manage clinical research studies in compliance with institutional, regulatory, and federal guidelines, including participant recruitment, informed consent, data collection, and preparation and maintenance of IRB submissions and regulatory documentation. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.

• Plan, organize, and coordinate the care of patients enrolled in clinical research studies
• Determine subject eligibility; screen, recruit, consent, enroll, and follow research participants in accordance with study protocols
• Assess risk–benefit ratios and obtain informed consent in compliance with regulatory requirements
• Monitor study subjects to ensure appropriate follow‑up visits are scheduled and completed
• Monitor participants for adverse events and report findings to the Institutional Review Board (IRB) and study sponsors as required
• Provide education to subjects and families regarding clinical research participation and the use of investigational drugs and/or devices
• Collect, process, and distribute biological specimens according to protocol specifications
• Collect, document, and manage study data; enter data into electronic databases and required regulatory forms
• Support the development and maintenance of a Quantitative Sensory Testing (QST) laboratory, including scheduling and conducting QST visits with research participants, equipment setup, data collection, and documentation
• Respond to data queries and ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of study data
• Maintain and oversee complete and accurate IRB regulatory files
• Prepare and submit IRB applications, amendments, continuing reviews, and required reports in accordance with institutional and federal guidelines
• Serve as primary point of contact for IRB-related communications for assigned studies
• Assist investigators in determining study budgets and resource needs
• Verify study‑related expenditures, report research subject payments, and ensure compliance with study budget guidelines
• Assist in developing and implementing operational plans to meet the requirements of new studies and protocols

Bachelor's Level Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience with a Major in biological sciences. 1 year of relevant experience required.

• Bachelor's degree in biological or social sciences or an equivalent combination of education and experience required
• 1 year experience in a clinical research capacity conducting clinical research studies required
• 1 year experience implementing qualitative research required
• 1 year experience and knowledge of symptom management interventions for advanced cancer patients strongly required
• Clinical research certification from ACRP (Association of Clinical Research Professionals) or SoCRA (Society of Clinical Research Associates) certification strongly desired

We invite applications from individuals who are passionate about improving the quality of life for patients with cancer and their care partners. Join the newly established Center for Research Excellence in Supportive Care (CREST)—an interdisciplinary initiative founded by the Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center – Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institute (OSUCCC – James) and led by Jessica Merlin,…