Join the Cleveland Clinic team, where you will work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-first healthcare. Cleveland Clinic is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the nation. At Cleveland Clinic, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. 

Responsibilities:

• Coordinates the implementation and conduct of research projects ensuring adherence to research protocol requirements which may include: maintenance of regulatory documents and binders, data management, IRB submissions and communication of such to the research team.
• May be responsible for reporting/completion of Serious Adverse Events and/or safety log as defined per protocol as they occur and completion of Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and sponsor forms in accordance with GCP guidelines. 
• Communicates with sponsors, monitors, research personnel to ensure all aspects of study compliance.
• May serve as a liaison between investigators, research personnel, outside study personnel and central research administration offices to assist in protocol interpretation, enrollment and safety questions. 
• Collaborates with study team to schedule pre-site selection visits, site initiation visits, webinars, monitoring and close-out visits. 
• Collaborates with primary investigator, sponsor and research staff to plan, conduct and evaluate project protocols, including research subject recruitment. 
• Monitors and reports project status. 
• Completes regulatory documents, data capture and monitoring plans.
• Completes protocol related activities. 
• As delegated, may be required to attain and maintain clinical competencies for unlicensed caregivers such as phlebotomy, vital signs, ECG, POC testing and other testing as required.
• Monitors research data to maintain quality.
• Understands basic concepts of study design. 
• Demonstrates comprehension of assigned research protocols. 
• Develops and maintains knowledge of research protocol to coordinate the comprehensive and compliant execution of assigned protocols. 
• Assists with preparation for audits and response to audits.
• May assist in the development and maintenance of research tools, such as spreadsheets, questionnaires and/or brochures.
• Maintains study personnel certification records (License, CV, CITI).
• Maintains professional relationships, including frequent and open effective communication with internal and external customers.
• Documents the education and training of research personnel as needed. 
• May participate in the conduct and documentation of the informed consent process.
• May assist PI with research study design and development of the research protocol.
• May contribute to research project budget development.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in health care or science related field preferred. 
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in health care or science related field may substitute for two years of experience requirement.

Languages:

• Language required
• Language preferred

Certifications:

• None required.

Complexity of Work:

• Demonstrated proficiency with a variety of computer-based skills, especially in the use of word processing, spreadsheets, database and presentation software, and the ability to undertake internet searches.
• Solid written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be self-directed with demonstrated ability to work in collaboration and cooperation with members of a multidisciplinary team.
• Continually demonstrates competency with defined requirements for the position as established by Cleveland Clinic. Education preference.

Work Experience:

• Minimum three years’ experience as a Research Coordinator I or performing the role of a Research Coordinator I. Associate's or Bachelor's degree in health care or science related field may offset two years of experience requirement.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to perform work in a stationary position for extended periods
• Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment
• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information
• In some locations, ability to move up to 25 pounds

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
• May require working irregular hours.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Pay Range

Minimum hourly: $22.85

Maximum hourly: $34.85

The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. While the pay range is displayed as an hourly rate, Cleveland Clinic recruiters will clarify whether the compensation is hourly or salary. A successful candidate's actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate's work history, experience, skill set, and education. This is not inclusive of the value of Cleveland Clinic's benefits package, which includes among other benefits, healthcare/dental/vision and retirement.