Clinical Research Coordinator ; Department of Translational Medicine and Human Genetics

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Clinical Research Coordinator A (Department of Translational Medicine and Human Genetics)

Participate in all phases of subject recruitment, enrollment, and completion of clinical trials in the field of lipoprotein metabolism, atherosclerosis, and cardiovascular disease.

Coordinate Phase I-IV clinical trials or other clinical studies in the field of lipid metabolism, atherosclerosis, and cardiovascular disease. Recruit, consent and screen patients according to protocol. Schedule patient visits and any necessary testing. Monitor patients per protocol requirements and ensure adherence to protocol requirements. Organize and maintain all documentation required by the Investigator, sponsor or CRO, including source documentation, case report forms, and research charts.

Collect, review and report study data. Complete case report forms and resolve data queries. Process and ship study specimens including blood and urine. Participate in initiation, monitoring, audit, and close-out visits as well as actively participate in team meetings. Participate in the development of complex documents such as protocols, informed consent forms and questionnaires, and complete IRB submissions.

Show vigilance in patient safety and protocol compliance. Adhere to all University of Pennsylvania, FDA and GCP guidelines.

Effective problem‑solving abilities; effective communication and writing skills; strong organizational and time‑management skills; flexible and able to multi‑task, demonstrated ability to work as part of a team, as well as independently; knowledge of IRB and human research protection regulations.

• Bachelor of Science and 1 to 2 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Perelman School of Medicine

$46,500.00 - $49,000.00 Annual Rate

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

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