Clinical Research Coordinator I

Clinical Staff - Medical Services

Position will be directly responsible for facilitating and coordinating the daily clinical research activities for multiple research studies, working closely with investigators, research sponsors, contract research organization representatives, research staff, and UAMS institutional oversight offices. Position must be able to organize complex projects, provide attention to detail, and communicate effectively. The position will be responsible for participant recruitment, screening, consent, data collection including administration of survey instruments and collection of biometrics, management of records, generation of reports and management of the day-to-day operations of the research projects including scheduling and appointment reminder calls.

He/She will maintain and manage study files and research databases within established quality control and security protocols. Will apply knowledge of local policies, federal regulations, and guidelines in support of an assigned clinical trial portfolio and the objectives of the Rural Research Network. Contributes information and ideas related to areas of responsibility as part of a cross functional team. Ensures effective and efficient workflow and adherence to quality standards for staff/program and self.

Position maintains a working knowledge of the Code of Federal Regulations and the code of conduct for human research. This position is located in Fort Smith, Arkansas.

Level I:
• Bachelor's degree plus 3 years general research experience, or
• High School diploma/GED plus 7 years general research experience Level II:
• Bachelor's degree plus 3 years clinical research experience w/demonstrated proficiency in study planning/development, study coordination/management, and/or data collection, or

Level III:
• Bachelor's degree plus 5 years clinical research experience w/demonstrated proficiency in study planning/development, study planning/development, study coordination/management and data collection AND requires CCRP, CCRC, or equivalent professional certification

Licenses, certificates, or registration:

Level 1:
Obtain CRS certification within 2 years of hire Level II:
Obtain CRS certification within 2 years of hire Level III: CCRP, CCRC or equivalent professional certification required  certification required within 2 years of hire.

Recruitment Contact Information:

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All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

No Background Check Required

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

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