About the Job:
The Department of Medicine is hiring a Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) to support clinical research projects conducted by the department's Research Operations and Resources (ROAR) Team. The Department of Medicine is one of the top research departments in the United States and represents the largest research faculty group at the University of Minnesota, comprising 11 divisions. The MED ROAR Team supports a high volume of varied research projects across the divisions.
The primary purpose of this position is to coordinate clinical research studies according to regulatory requirements, institutional guidelines, investigator-initiated protocols, and sponsor expectations. Duties are determined by protocol-specific requirements and may include initiating new trials, screening patients for eligibility, coordinating the enrollment of eligible patients, extracting and reporting accurate patient data, managing lab samples/specimens, building REDCap databases for the collection of data, and assisting in manuscript writing. This position is accountable to physician-investigators and members of the clinical research team.
This position can support a hybrid work schedule with a minimum of 3 days in-person and will vary depending on the research studies assigned. The position has flexible work hours and could include some early mornings, evenings, and weekends as needed for studies.
Job Duties:
Research Study and Participant Management (100%)
* Participate and facilitate research following study protocol and local, state, and federal policies for conducting research and documentation of study activities.
* Recruit interested individuals to participate in research projects and engage with the study team in verifying subject eligibility, facilitating subject enrollments, and ensuring compliance in the completion of research activities.
* Facilitate the completion of participant visits by scheduling appointments with participants and clinical staff following the protocol, providing necessary instructions, materials and reminders to participants, booking rooms, registering participants, and other tasks as needed.
* Obtain informed consent and assent, including assessments of capacity to consent to research. Obtain re-consent as needed.
* Communicate with the principal investigator/study team to ensure study specific procedures are completed.
* Collect data and conduct assessments as part of study specific visits, in-person or remotely, following protocol specific guidelines, including data abstraction from medical records.
* Specimen management for multiple projects, including overseeing the collection, processing, and storage or compliant shipment of research specimens to research laboratories
* Correctly and accurately complete source documentation for participant study-related visits along with other required documentation as needed; engage with providers and investigators to ensure adequate source documentation is available;
* Support timely and quality data submission and maintenance of participant research records.
* Complete required forms for any adverse events, serious or otherwise, and report and notify appropriate individuals/entities per research requirements.
* Use University systems such as Florence, OnCore, Box, and REDCap to maintain information for all necessary research documentation.
* Manage study supplies and equipment, proactively ordering as needed.
* Communication information about assigned studies to other University faculty/staff, including details of study, inclusion/exclusion criteria, other enrollment requirements, visit needs, etc.
* Effectively work independently in multiple locations with hospital and clinic staff to complete research related tasks
* Support the completion of required regulatory documentation and other regulatory tasks as needed
* In collaboration with the research team, interpret study protocols and inform the development of consent forms and other materials needed for each clinical research study
* Review and make changes to study materials in response to protocol modifications are approved (e.g., update consent forms to the approved version)
* Maintain regulatory documents, such as: enrollment logs; participant visit logs; protocol deviation logs; personnel training records; recruitment/screening logs; randomization keys; device/account tracking logs; and other documentation as required.
* Prepare for, schedule, and participate in site initiation visits, monitoring visits, program audits, etc.
* Support the team in maintaining regulatory binders and required documentation for each clinical research study to ensure compliance and to be audit-ready at any given time
* Conduct background literature research on relevant topics including current methods, reagents, and ethics.
* Assist with data analysis on investigator-initiated studies
* Duties may change or other duties may be assigned to meet the needs of the ROAR study portfolio.

All required qualifications must be included in the application materials

Required Qualifications:
-BA/BS or a combination of related education and work experience to equal 4 years of experience in a clinical or research setting
-Computer proficiency and ability to navigate multiple software applications
-Demonstrated ability to maintain deadlines and prioritize assignments
-Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills
-Ability to work a flexible schedule, including occasional evening and weekends
-On-site work 3-5 days per week
-Additional requirements per Fairview Research Administration may include proof of non-active tuberculosis and immunization for (or resistance to) measles, mumps, rubella, Hepatitis B, and pertussis and influenza. Additional background checks will be completed by Fairview Health Services as a condition of employment in this position.
Preferred Qualifications:
-Knowledge of clinical research compliance standards, e.g. informed consent process, adverse event reporting, the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) and Good Clinical Practices (GCP) Standards
-Demonstrated data management skills, such as data collection, data entry and quality control
-Detail-oriented with strong organizational, planning and problem-solving skills
-Demonstrated writing skills in a technical or medical setting
-Experience with REDCap

- Committed to innovation and diversity, the Medical School educates physicians, scientists, and health professionals; generates knowledge and treatments; and cares for patients and communities with compassion and respect. We value excellence, inclusiveness, collaboration, and discovery.

- The mission of the regional campus located in Duluth is to be a national leader in improving healthcare access and outcomes in rural Minnesota and American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) communities. In partnership with CentraCare, the regional campus in St. Cloud offers a wide range of patient experiences throughout students' education in Greater Minnesota and prepares them to become exceptional clinicians and leaders for rural and immigrant populations.

Working at the University

At the University of Minnesota, you'll find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning. We prioritize work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work.

The University also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost

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