Clinical Research Professional, Emergency Medicine, West Chester Hospital

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UC is a mission-driven organization where we are committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service. We thrive on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC's success. Job Overview As one of the oldest medical schools in the country, the UC College of Medicine has a reputation for training best-in-class health care professionals and developing cutting-edge procedures and research that improves the health and clinical care of patients. The UC Department of Emergency Medicine at the University of Cincinnati has been an independent academic unit within the College of Medicine since 1984. It is responsible for the medical direction of the University of Cincinnati Medical Center, Center for Emergency Care (CEC) and the Emergency Medicine Residency Training Program. The Department of Emergency Medicine, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine is seeking a full-time (100% FTE) Clinical Research Professional to assist in their clinical research at the West Chester Hospital location. UC EIP employs linkage coordinators who are specially trained to connect clients to external services, such as infectious disease specialists, treatment facilities and social services to address unmet social determinants of health needs. These coordinators are trained in trauma-informed and culturally competent care, with ongoing training refreshers related to best practices in client communication. This position will oversee the day-to day activities of the staff at West Chester Hospital for this new award, working along side linkage coordinators (CRAs) who are specially trained to connect clients to external services, such as infectious disease specialists, treatment facilities and social services to address unmet social determinants of health needs. Essential Functions Plan and coordinate clinical research projects. Assist in protocol development and provide input into descriptions of routine research processes. If qualified, manage a team of clinical research coordinators who screen and recruit in the emergency department 24/7, with development related to administrative duties including billing and scheduling. Serves as a primary contact for clinical centers in multi-center research studies, develop study materials - serving to train imaging sites, assure study protocol compliance, screen, recruit, and obtain informed consents for clinical trials/studies. Assist study/trial team with various research related tasks, collect and enter clinical research data required by the sponsors in a timely manner. Utilizes proprietary software for image analysis and segmentation, collect and maintain regulatory documents from subjects and assist in preparation of required regulatory forms and documentation according to protocol. Will work rotating schedule that includes, day, evening and night shifts, weekends and holidays. Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time. Minimum Requirements One (1) year experience in a related field Required Education Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Health Sciences, or a related field. Five (5) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement. Additional Qualifications Considered Master's Degree. Experience working in an academic research setting. Clinical Research Professional Certification. Physical Requirements/Work Environment Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands. Compensation and Benefits UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. (UC Benefits) Eligibility may vary by position and FTE status. Highlights include: Salary/Hourly Pay Rate Information: Comprehensive Tuition Remission UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university. Robust Retirement Plans As a UC employee, you won't contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you'll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14-18% of your salary based on position. Real Work-Life Balance UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including: Vacation and sick time 11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days) 6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents Additional Benefits Include: Competitive salary based on experience Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription) Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs Professional development & mentorship opportunities To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our Careers Page. UC is an E-Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process. Click here for a list of acceptable documents. Equal Opportunity Employer. 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