Clinical Research Coordinator - Comprehensive Transplant Center

Responsibilities Coordinate and perform daily clinical research activities in accordance with approved protocols for the Department of Surgery Comprehensive Transplant Center; assist with assessing patient records to identify patients who are eligible to participate in specified clinical research protocols; recruit, interview and enroll patients; obtain informed consent and ensure the consent process is administered in compliance with regulatory and sponsor requirements; educate patients and families about the purpose, goals, and processes of the clinical study; coordinate scheduling and follow-through of patient care appointments, procedures, and other diagnostic testing in accordance with the study protocol; participate in the collection, processing, and evaluation of biological samples; administer, evaluate, and calculate standardized scoring of diagnostic, psychological, or behavioral testing or questionnaires; assist with monitoring patients for adverse reactions to study treatment, procedure, or medication and notify appropriate clinical professionals to evaluate patient response, identify status of complications, and provide appropriate level of care; document unfavorable responses and notify research sponsors and applicable regulatory agencies; participate in evaluating patients for compliance related to the protocol; assist with collecting, extracting, coding, and analyzing clinical research data; generate reports and reviews to ensure validity of data; support activities to ensure compliance with all Institutional Review Boards (IRB), FDA, and federal, state and industry sponsor regulations; assist with coordinating and preparing for external quality assurance and control reviews by IRB, federal or industry sponsors; participate in activities to develop new research protocols and contribute to establishment of study goals to meet protocol requirements. Minimum Education Required Bachelor\'s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience with a major in biological sciences. Required Experience 1 year of relevant clinical research experience is required. Preferred Experience 2-4 years of relevant experience preferred. Experience or knowledge in endocrine diseases preferred; knowledge of medical terminology desired; clinical research certification from an accredited certifying agency desired; computer skills with experience using Microsoft software applications desired. Additional Information This is a patient-facing position and is required to be onsite daily. This position may require evening, weekend, and holiday hours as dictated by the clinical research. Being on call will be an occasional requirement. Some travel to other OSU Wexner Medical Center outpatient locations may be required. Locations are in the Columbus Metropolitan area and include Dublin, New Albany, Powell, Lewis Center, Upper Arlington, etc. Location: University Hospital - Pavilion (0372) 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. The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Ohio State University