NORTH TEXAS INFECTIOUS DISEASES CONSULTANTS, P.A.
JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Clinical Research Coordinator

GENERAL SUMMARY

Under general supervision of Principal Investigator and Research Manager, Coordinator will perform more specialized clinical duties to assist in the conduction of a research project. Research Coordinator should require minimal supervision and demonstrate proficiency in research techniques. Should have the ability to teach and train other personnel as needed. At the discretion and under the supervision of the Manager and with approval of the Research Director, Coordinator may perform more complex tasks and assume greater responsibilities as needed for a project.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Screen patients for eligibility on clinical trials.

2. Coordinate patient entry, on-study and follow-up on a variety of clinical trials. This includes assuring patient eligibility.

3. Perform protocol required clinical procedures such as blood draws, physical assessments, etc.

4. Verify study samples are collected and processed through approved protocols.

5. Complete case report forms and source documents.

6. Maintain communication with the study sponsors, IRB’s, and central and local laboratories.

7. Maintain constant communication with Principle Investigator and Research Manager regarding patient care issues.

8. Conduct and Coordinate study monitoring visits.

9. Perform patient informed consent per ICH guidelines.

10. Maintain protocol notebooks and consent form files. Constantly monitor inventory of all research supplies and order as needed.

11. Maintain Institutional Review Board protocol standards.

12. Dispense, maintain, and record Investigational Product per protocol and ICH guidelines.

13. Assist with training and supervision of Research Assistant.

14. In-service office personnel and other interested entities.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

1. Work requires knowledge of practices and techniques normally acquired through completion of a Nursing, Medical Assistant or Pharmacy Tech program in order to organize and implement clinical research projects; to assist in the development of grants; and, to provide in-service education for staff.

2. Work requires one to two years of experience in order to develop policies and procedures; to prepare reports; and, to provide in-service education for staff.

3. Certification as a Clinical Research Coordinator is preferred.

4. Interpersonal skills required to communicate with departmental staff; to provide in-service education for nursing staff; and, to communicate with patients, families and various practice personnel.

5. Mental/visual concentration required to develop proposals for grant consideration; to assist in the development of budgets; and, to prepare reports.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

1. Normal office environment with minimal discomfort due to noise, temperature or dust.

2. Some exposure to communicable diseases, but minimal chance of contamination if proper safety procedures are followed.

APPROVALS:

Signature of Approval Title Date

Signature of Approval Title Date

Employee Signature Hire Date

Revised 04/02/09
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Research Coordinator: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person