Clinical Research Coordinator

Clinical Research Coordinator

The Abramson Cancer Center of the University of Pennsylvania is a world leader in developing and conducting innovative clinical trials for the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer. The Translational Center of Excellence for Thoracic Oncology Precision Program (TCE‑TOPP) aims to establish the Abramson Cancer Center as a global leader in biomarker‑based precision medicine for lung cancer. By providing a centralized structure for managing and supporting biomarker‑driven clinical trials, the TCE‑TOPP will foster interdisciplinary collaboration, accelerate scientific discoveries, and contribute to advancements in precision medicine.

The TCE‑TOPP seeks a full‑time Clinical Research Coordinator to coordinate and implement biomarker‑driven clinical trials involving various sponsors. Experience screening and consenting patients is required. Prior experience with REDCap is required. Knowledge of thoracic malignancies is a plus. Prior experience with abstraction of medical data from EPIC (Penn Chart) is highly valued. Venipuncture experience is valued but not required. Strong interpersonal skills such as empathy, communication, and patience are desirable.

This individual must be organized and able to work with limited supervision. Position is contingent on continued funding.

• Plan and implement patient recruitment into studies: decide on strategies, review medical records of upcoming new and return patient clinic visits, reach out to potential referring physicians, approach potential subjects in clinic or contact them by phone; participate in clinic to explain a trial and conduct informed consent with the patient and family; coordinate visits, lab blood draws and tissue acquisition.
• Coordinate and implement biomarker‑driven clinical trials and registries. Complete relevant training in the conduct of research studies involving human subjects, processing and shipping biospecimens. Organize and assist in the preparation of documents needed for initiation, monitoring, internal and external auditing, and study close‑out visits. Interface with regulatory authorities, sponsors and cooperative groups.
• Abstract data from electronic medical records, accurately and efficiently enter data into spreadsheets, REDCap and sponsor databases; organize and maintain electronic case report forms and other documentation; update and maintain study record in the Clinical Trials Management System (CTMS) in real time. Complete case report forms within five business days of subject visits and resolve data queries within ten days of issuance.
• Participate in sponsor meetings. Coordinate and participate in core study team, disease‑site group and ongoing protocol training/compliance meetings. Provide regular study and enrollment updates to the research team. Attend all project meetings, weekly Tumor Board conferences, weekly Airway Research Huddle and bi‑weekly Airway Portfolio Research meetings where potential subjects for research studies are discussed.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

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

Location
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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Pay Range
: $47,313.00 – $47,313.00 annual rate.

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.

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.

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