Job Information
University of Utah PS Clinical Research Coord in Salt Lake City, Utah
Details
Open Date 04/04/2024
Requisition Number PRN38150B
Job Title PS Clinical Research Coord
Working Title PS Clinical Research Coord
Job Grade E
FLSA Code Administrative
Patient Sensitive Job Code? Yes
Standard Hours per Week 40
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
VP Area President
Department 01738 - HCI ORIEN COLLABORATION
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range 39300 to 55000
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Job Summary
Coordinate research and administrative activities in support of the institutional biobanking research initiative: Huntsman Cancer Institute-Total Cancer Care and the Oncology Research Information Exchange Network ( ORIEN ).
HuntsmanCancer Institute is committed to cancer prevention, care, and survivorship for all communities within the area we serve – which includes Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Utah, and Wyoming – with impact worldwide. Partnerships with individuals, communities, and many other entities are crucial to our work. Huntsman Cancer Institute values cancer-related health equity, and inclusion as integral to our guiding principle to serve our patients and their communities, and our commitment to foster a culture of belonging for all within our organization.
In your cover letter or during your interview process, we invite you to share how your personal and professional experiences have prepared you to serve as a member of our team as we work to reduce the cancer burden experienced by all people and communities. This may include description of your prior experiences related to research, prevention, clinical care, community engagement/outreach, training, administration, or other areas relevant to Huntsman Cancer Institute’s mission and this position.
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Responsibilities
The position involves a variety of tasks including study implementation, collaboration with clinical staff, patient interaction including consenting, coordination with the HCI Biorepository, and other research related tasks.
The coordinator works under the direction of the Program Manager and Sr. Research Manager, consults with the team on project/study issues, and/or solicits guidance as necessary. S/he/they works independently with health care providers and patients.
Oversee compliance to protocols, manage quality control, and ensure completion of study related documentation.
Implement study procedures in multiple clinics at HCI and is an effective team member.
Coordinate and perform responsibilities such as patient identification, recruitment, obtaining informed consent, and other patient communications.
Maintain information in patient databases and is responsible for data entry.
Provide regulatory support such as amendments, continuing reviews, and report forms.
Assist with study start-up activities such as protocol development, liaison with study sponsors, execution of research contracts, and develop study budgets.
Assist the Program Manager and Sr. Research Manager with HCI -Total Cancer Care research related tasks.
Work closely with the Biorepository and Molecular Pathology Shared Resource, multiple HCI -Total Cancer Care Working groups, and study PIs.
Monitor enrollment goals and help to optimize the study.
Recognize, track, and report adverse events and protocol deviations.
Ensure proper collection and processing of specimens.
Perform other responsibilities as required.
Problem Solving
S/he/they prioritize and help optimize processes needed to achieve study goals. S/he/they function independently under minimal supervision. S/he/they understand clinical activities and research procedures with completion of CITI training upon hire and University Research Administration Series Certification without one year of hire.
Work Environment and Level of Frequency that may be required:
Nearly Continuously: Office environment.
Seldom: Infectious disease, oils ( there is air or skin exposure to oils or other cutting fluids ).
Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required
Nearly Continuously: Hearing, listening, talking.
Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking, standing, sitting.
Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelors degree in a health sciences or related field or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience) with two years professional research experience and completion of University RATS Clinical Certification within one year of hire required. Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills also required.
Knowledge of Good Clinical Practices, FDA , HIPAA and IRB regulations; an understanding of research procedures; and the ability to function independently is preferred.
Departments may require IRB CITI Course or IATA DGR training within a specified timeframe.
Departments may prefer a nursing degree for this position, which requires the incumbent to have two years related experience and possess a nationally recognized research compliance certification.
This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Preferences
Successful applicants will have exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and demonstrated human relations and communication skills. This is required to interact effectively with patients and the study team. S/he/they will enjoy performing a variety of tasks and can be relied upon for essential functions with minimal supervision.
Type Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
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