Clinical Research Coordinator II
Posting Number
req19359
Department
UAHS Brain Science
Department Website Link
Location
University of Arizona Health Sciences
Address
Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights
The Center for Innovation in Brain Sciences is seeking a skilled Clinical Research Coordinator specializing in immunometabolism to join our Alzheimer's disease research team. Responsibilities include managing clinical operations, conducting assays, overseeing sample management, and ensuring regulatory compliance. With a preference for a PhD in a relevant field and prior experience, the ideal candidate will contribute to advancing our understanding of Alzheimer's disease and developing new treatments, focusing on patient safety and data integrity.
Please note: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.
Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!
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Duties & Responsibilities

• Running mitochondrial respiration assays to be used in biomarker assessment.
• Responsible for receiving, storage, and management of PBMC samples received from the sites as well and immunomagnetic cell isolation, cell staining and flow cytometry.
• Receiving, storage, and management of PBMC samples received from the clinical sites.
• Assist in maintaining the existing data management system for the Allo project.
• Maintenance of all standard operating procedures for the clinical operations and provide quality control thereof.
• Support the training of study personnel at investigator meetings and study sites regarding protocol procedures and administration.
• Contribute to the medical monitoring of the trial ensuring subject safety and appropriate detection and management of safety related issues.
• Facilitate the recruitment of participants into clinical trials.
• Attend regulatory meetings and submit regulatory documents in consultation with Dr. Brinton and clinical team.
• Updating and filing all IRB and FDA required documents.
• Ensure data acquisition strategies are in place and adhere to NIH and FDA reporting standards.
• Generation of all reports for NIA, FDA, clinicaltrials.gov and publication of findings.
• Present research findings at group meetings, national and international scientific conferences.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

• Specific knowledge about Allopregnanolone.
• Specific knowledge about sex differences and APOE.
• Specific knowledge about Alzheimer's disease.
• Specific knowledge on immunometabolism in AD.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required.
• Three (3) years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience as a clinical study coordinator with activities including human study recruitment, development of recruitment materials, progress meetings, patient meetings, submitting research documentation, IRB protocol updates.
• PhD in genetics, genomics, neuroscience, medical pharmacology, or clinical translational science in AD.

FLSA
Exempt
Full Time/Part Time
Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week
40
Job FTE
1.0
Work Calendar
Fiscal
Job Category
Research
Benefits Eligible
Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay
$53,039 - $66,299
Compensation Type
salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Grade
7
Compensation Guidance
The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

The Grade Range Minimum, Midpoint, and Maximum Fields listed below represent a full range of career compensation growth over time in this position and grade. Each unit typically sets starting pay between minimum and midpoint upon hire. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.
Grade Range Minimum
$53039
Grade Range Midpoint
$66299
Grade Range Maximum
$79558
Career Stream and Level
PC2
Job Family
Clinical Research
Job Function
Research
Type of criminal background check required:
Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies
1
Target Hire Date
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates
Laura de Steiguer | lad3@arizona.edu
Open Date
4/24/2024
Open Until Filled
Yes
Documents Needed to Apply
Resume and Cover Letter
Special Instructions to Applicant
Please note: If invited to interview, please be prepared to provide three (3) professional references.
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At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.
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