Clinical Research Specialist – Cardiology Full-time

Clinical Research Coordinator

Position oversees and coordinates complex and multi-center clinical research studies and provides comprehensive experience and expertise in the overall planning, conduct and evaluation of clinical research. Performs mentorship and direction to the research program and team(s) incorporating mission focused principles of ethics, integrity, and collaboration and implementation. Coordinates with multidisciplinary teams to maintain continuity of care and human subject protection with a commitment to research integrity.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assists in protocol development, budget development, dispensing of study funds for multi-clinical research projects; provides high level of direct and indirect support direct.
• Works with PI to design, perform and evaluate research procedures; confers with PI to assist in developing plans for research projects and discuss the interpretation of results; collaborates in the preparation of manuscripts for publications and preparation of grant proposals to sponsoring agencies; assists in the preparation of amendments to protocols and/or modifications to study design as appropriate.
• Serves as a resource to the clinical research staff, ensuring appropriate procedures and explains policies and procedures; ensures that research projects are completed according to IRB and federal guidelines.
• Develops and implements policies and procedures; provides comprehensive direction to clinical research personnel; may participate in the hiring, training and evaluation of clinical research staff.
• Provides Study Coordinator functions and performs all duties associated with the coordination and implementation of clinical research study/projects, data collection and the management of data generated by study protocols.
• Researches and recommends new methods and procedures to maintain standards and improve quality.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.

Certifications /Professional Licenses : Basic Life Support – American Heart Association, Basic Life Support – American Red Cross

Work Experience: Clinical Or Research (4 Years), Supervisory (1 Year)

Skills: Not Applicable

Driver's License: A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

• Basic Life Support certification must be obtained within one month of hire date.
• Basic Life Support certification (Online BLS certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the BLS requirements).

Preferred Qualifications:

Education: No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Certifications /Professional Licenses : No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience: No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Skills: Analytical Thinking, Clinical Research, Interpersonal Communication, Leadership, Oral Communications, Prioritization, Problem Solving, Written Communication

Grade

C13

Salary Range

$68,100.00 – $105,500.00 / AnnuallyThe salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We've got you covered.
• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University's policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.