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Department:CCC | Clinical Trials Office
The university will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.
Applying to this posting will allow you to be considered for multiple Clinical Research Coordinator opportunities within the CCC | Clinical Trials Office. Positions may be available across various locations, including the OSU Main Medical Campus, James Outpatient Care, The Stefanie Spielman Comprehensive Breast Center, Martha Morehouse Outpatient Care, and the Mill Run Gynecologic Oncology Clinic. Specific openings may vary over time, and applicants will be matched to appropriate roles as they become available.
Position Summary
The Clinical Research Coordinator performs daily clinical research activities in accordance with approved protocols administered by the Clinical Trials Office (CTO) within the Comprehensive Cancer Center at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center.
Responsibilities
Bachelor’s Degree in biological sciences, health sciences, social sciences, or other related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience required. One year of experience in a clinical research capacity (human subjects) is required; Knowledge of medical terminology desired; Clinical research certification from an accredited certifying agency desired; Computer skills required with experience using Microsoft Office Software applications desired; Must be able to effectively communicate, both face-to-face and in writing, with clinical staff, research participants, and outside collaborators.
As the Clinical Trials Office continues to grow and expand with the opening of new facilities, employees may be required to travel between locations within the greater Columbus region. Flexibility and adaptability are important, as staff may support studies at multiple sites based on operational needs.
Additional Information
The OSUCCC – James is the only cancer program in the United States that features a National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated comprehensive cancer center aligned with a nationally ranked academic medical center and a freestanding cancer hospital on the campus of one of the nation’s largest public universities.
Why Join the CTO?
This is a full-time position with a first shift schedule, offering an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in clinical research and build a strong foundation for long-term career growth in the field. The Clinical Trials Office is committed to supporting professional development, including guidance and resources for employees interested in pursuing SoCRA or ACRP certification. Team members also have opportunities to explore career advancement within clinical research operations and regulatory affairs.
Additionally, The Ohio State University offers a Master of Clinical Research degree program through the College of Nursing - a valuable option for those looking to deepen their expertise. With OSU’s generous, fully paid tuition assistance program, this combination provides a compelling pathway for career and academic growth.
Lastly, the Clinical Trials Office offers staff the opportunity to apply and participate in the OSUCCC Professional Clinical Research Training Academy once a year. The Academy is a year-long program designed to expand knowledge and career potential in clinical research.
Location:James Cancer Hospital (0375)
Position Type:Regular
Scheduled Hours:40
Shift:First Shift
Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.
Thank you for your interest in positions at The Ohio State University and Wexner Medical Center. Once you have applied, the most updated information on the status of your application can be found by visiting the Candidate Home section of this site. Please view your submitted applications by logging in and reviewing your status. For answers to additional questions please review the frequently asked questions.
The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.
As required by Ohio Revised Code section 3345.0216, Ohio State will: educate students by means of free, open and rigorous intellectual inquiry to seek the truth; equip students with the opportunity to develop intellectual skills to reach their own, informed conclusions; not require, favor, disfavor or prohibit speech or lawful assembly; create a community dedicated to an ethic of civil and free inquiry, which respects the autonomy of each member, supports individual capacities for growth and tolerates differences in opinion; treat all faculty, staff and students as individuals, hold them to equal standards and provide equality of opportunity with regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.
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Department:CCC | Clinical Trials Office
The university will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.
Applying to this posting will allow you to be considered for multiple Clinical Research Coordinator opportunities within the CCC | Clinical Trials Office. Positions may be available across various locations, including the OSU Main Medical Campus, James Outpatient Care, The Stefanie Spielman Comprehensive Breast Center, Martha Morehouse Outpatient Care, and the Mill Run Gynecologic Oncology Clinic. Specific openings may vary over time, and applicants will be matched to appropriate roles as they become available.
Position Summary
The Clinical Research Coordinator performs daily clinical research activities in accordance with approved protocols administered by the Clinical Trials Office (CTO) within the Comprehensive Cancer Center at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center.
Responsibilities
- Assist with assessing patient records to identify patients who are eligible to participate in specified clinical research protocols
- Identify, pre-screen and enroll patients
- Obtain informed consent and ensure consent process is administered in compliance with regulatory and sponsor requirements
- Educate patients and families of purpose, goals, and processes of clinical study
- Coordinate scheduling and follow-through of patient care appointments, procedures, & other diagnostic testing in accordance with the study protocol
- Assist with monitoring patients for adverse reactions to study treatment, procedure, or medication and notifies appropriate clinical professionals to evaluate patient response, identify the status of complications, & provide the appropriate level of care
- Document unfavorable responses and notify research sponsors & applicable regulatory agencies
- Assist with collecting, extracting, and entering clinical research data
- Support activities to ensure compliance with all Institutional Review Boards (IRB), FDA (Federal Drug Administration), federal, state, and industry sponsor regulations
- Assist with coordinating and preparing for internal and external audits and quality assurance reviews by IRB, federal or industry sponsors
- Participate in activities to develop new case report forms for Investigator Initiated Trials (IITs) and contribute to the establishment of study goals to meet protocol requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in biological sciences, health sciences, social sciences, or other related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience required. One year of experience in a clinical research capacity (human subjects) is required; Knowledge of medical terminology desired; Clinical research certification from an accredited certifying agency desired; Computer skills required with experience using Microsoft Office Software applications desired; Must be able to effectively communicate, both face-to-face and in writing, with clinical staff, research participants, and outside collaborators.
As the Clinical Trials Office continues to grow and expand with the opening of new facilities, employees may be required to travel between locations within the greater Columbus region. Flexibility and adaptability are important, as staff may support studies at multiple sites based on operational needs.
Additional Information
The OSUCCC – James is the only cancer program in the United States that features a National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated comprehensive cancer center aligned with a nationally ranked academic medical center and a freestanding cancer hospital on the campus of one of the nation’s largest public universities.
Why Join the CTO?
This is a full-time position with a first shift schedule, offering an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in clinical research and build a strong foundation for long-term career growth in the field. The Clinical Trials Office is committed to supporting professional development, including guidance and resources for employees interested in pursuing SoCRA or ACRP certification. Team members also have opportunities to explore career advancement within clinical research operations and regulatory affairs.
Additionally, The Ohio State University offers a Master of Clinical Research degree program through the College of Nursing - a valuable option for those looking to deepen their expertise. With OSU’s generous, fully paid tuition assistance program, this combination provides a compelling pathway for career and academic growth.
Lastly, the Clinical Trials Office offers staff the opportunity to apply and participate in the OSUCCC Professional Clinical Research Training Academy once a year. The Academy is a year-long program designed to expand knowledge and career potential in clinical research.
Location:James Cancer Hospital (0375)
Position Type:Regular
Scheduled Hours:40
Shift:First Shift
Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.
Thank you for your interest in positions at The Ohio State University and Wexner Medical Center. Once you have applied, the most updated information on the status of your application can be found by visiting the Candidate Home section of this site. Please view your submitted applications by logging in and reviewing your status. For answers to additional questions please review the frequently asked questions.
The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.
As required by Ohio Revised Code section 3345.0216, Ohio State will: educate students by means of free, open and rigorous intellectual inquiry to seek the truth; equip students with the opportunity to develop intellectual skills to reach their own, informed conclusions; not require, favor, disfavor or prohibit speech or lawful assembly; create a community dedicated to an ethic of civil and free inquiry, which respects the autonomy of each member, supports individual capacities for growth and tolerates differences in opinion; treat all faculty, staff and students as individuals, hold them to equal standards and provide equality of opportunity with regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.