Clinical Research Coordinator A​/B

Clinical Research Coordinator A/B

This position will assist in the coordination of multiple research projects, which may include clinical trials and observational studies focused on lung transplantation. Tasks include but are not limited to screening of patients, obtaining informed consent, collection, processing and storage of biological samples, and collection and entry of patient reported data and clinical information from medical record review. The CRC will assist with Institutional Review Board (IRB) filings and inquiries, and will be responsible for the organization of study documentation.

The CRC will also work closely with the research team to accomplish study goals, identify problems and develop solutions.

Clinical Research Coordinator A:
Coordinate and implement research projects focused on lung transplantation and disease. This includes but is not limited to:

• Screening, recruiting, and consenting patients according to protocol
• Scheduling and conducting patient study visits
• Collecting study data, completing case report forms, entering data into study databases and resolving data entry errors/queries
• Assisting with regulatory submissions
• Communicating with study team members
• Organizing and maintaining all documentation
• Collecting and processing study specimens
• Participating in recurring study team meetings
• Showing vigilance in patient safety, protocol compliance, and data integrity
• Adhering to all University of Pennsylvania and GCP guidelines

Clinical Research Coordinator B:
In addition to the above, the CRC-B will establish workflows, pathways, and methods to operationalize protocols, regularly prepare, draft, and submit regulatory correspondences, and mentor/train less experienced research staff in the completion of their duties when required. The CRC B will have less supervision and will need to use more independent judgment when managing their assigned research studies.

* Position contingent upon continued funding*

Qualifications:

Effective problem solving abilities; effective communication and writing skills; strong organizational and time management skills; flexible and able to multi-task; strong attention to detail; demonstrated ability to work as part of a team, as well as independently; knowledge of IRB and human research protection regulations; highly reliable and good work ethic required. The candidate must possess strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with patients both in the inpatient and outpatient hospital setting.

Clinical Research Coordinator A:
Bachelor's degree required and 1-2 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required.

Clinical Research Coordinator B:
Bachelor's degree required and 2-3 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Regulatory experience preferred.

Job Location - City, State:
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School:
Perelman School of Medicine

Pay Range: $47,313.00 - $53,418.00 Annual Rate

Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job's level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.

Equal Opportunity Statement:
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.

Special Requirements:
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.

University Benefits:

• Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts:
  Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family's health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
• Tuition:
  Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here r dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.
• Retirement:
  Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn's Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.
• Time Away from Work:
  Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with family—whatever your…