Senior Clinical Research Coordinator – Pediatrics Hematology & Oncology Full-time

Clinical Research Coordinator

Position oversees and coordinates complex or multi-site clinical research studies; serves as a resource to provide comprehensive information to clinical research staff by promoting a smooth operation, preparation of regulatory compliance and interaction with other departments; responsible for assisting in budgetary reports and ensuring billing and regulatory compliance standards are maintained; may supervise clinical research staff.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Manages protocol study start up and study launch, submission, and maintenance of essential regulatory documents; assists in budget review and invoice tracking; assists in scheduling and facilitating site visits by external and internal monitors and auditors; provides high level of direct and indirect support.
• Works with PI to evaluate research procedures; confers with PI to assist in developing plans for research projects; provides input of feasibility, cost, and workload in regards to participating in new clinical trials.
• Serves as a resource to 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.
• Serves as a subject matter expert for clinical group and acts as a resource for protocol related questions; facilitates communication with PIs to ensure that study objectives are met in a timely manner; maintains a cooperative relationship with Hematology/Oncology and other divisions and departments; researches and recommends new methods and procedures to maintain standards and improve quality.
• 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; consents participants for non-therapeutic clinical trials.
• Performs other duties incidental to the work described above.

CONTACTS:

• Internal – Standard clinical research interactive relationships involved; work in close relationship with physicians, nurses, research coordinators, other staff, pharmacists, and laboratory personnel; work with other office personnel in data compilation; act as a liaison between the Hematology/Oncology Division and other divisions in regards to acquiring patient data.
• External – Interaction with research administrator, clinical staff and PI, testing/lab departments, clinical research organizations, and pharmaceutical companies.

Working Conditions:

• Normal office environment.

Physical Effort:

• Typically sitting at a desk or table.

Equipment:

• Office equipment.

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 Research (3 Years)
• Skills: Supervision

More About This Job:

Required Qualifications:

• 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 requirement).

Preferred Qualifications:

• SoCRA or ACRP certification.
• Experience in Pediatrics and/or Oncology.
• Experience with pharmaceutical sponsored therapeutic protocols.

Grade: C12

Salary Range: $62,000.00 – $96,100.00 / 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.

Benefits Statement:

• 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 challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
• 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 and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. 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, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.Washington University is dedicated to building a community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.