Research Coordinator- General Hematology

Job Description Develops, implements, and supports the research process by assisting investigators in study design, approval, and data management in the respective subspecialty. Provides proactive support to ensure safe, high-quality patient care and a safe environment at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. Experience and Qualifications One year of research experience, or equivalent years of education beyond the minimum requirement. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Health or Biological Sciences Education. Bachelor’s degree in a scientific, health-related, or business administration program, or relevant experience in lieu of education. Certification Summary Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of employment if role requires patient contact. ARUP Handling, Packaging and Shipping of Infectious Substances or similar within 30 days of employment if role requires specimen acquisition. Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI) within 30 days of employment. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Working knowledge of state and federal regulatory guidelines related to research. Good computer skills, including PC and Microsoft Office (Word, Access, Excel). Self-directed and motivated to work independently toward short- and long-term goals. Good communication, organization, and interpersonal skills. Good working relationships with colleagues, subordinates, and superiors. Job Responsibilities Develops, conducts, and facilitates research protocols. Supports investigators in writing study protocols. Performs participant screening, enrollment, study activities, and communication. Coordinates study visits and procedures, including specimen acquisition, transport, documentation, and shipment. Maintains equipment and supply resources for research studies. Completes data management activities and ensures data integrity. Assists in development and completion of source documents and case report forms. Participates in sponsor correspondence, monitoring, and study meetings. Monitors compliance throughout all study activities and engages compliance oversight as needed. Directs patient interaction to conduct research protocols. Obtains informed consent by following policy, procedure, and regulatory requirements. Schedules study-specific visits in conjunction with ancillary departments. Administers research surveys in accordance with study requirements. Completes research-only testing as required, including electrocardiograms. Performs phlebotomy if trained. Provides research study education to participants. Completes documentation within the medical record. Manages all regulatory processes related to clinical research activities. Completes IRB preparation, submission, modifications, reporting, and termination. Maintains all licensure, certification, and system education requirements for the role. Maintains all regulatory documents. Assists with facilitating grants, contracts, and financial tasks for research and clinical trials. Assists the Principal Investigator in study budgeting, sponsor interactions, routing, feasibility assessments, account management, and reconciliation. Completes research administrative duties per Children’s policies regarding Epic enrollment, Clinical Trial Management System data entry, patient care invoice accuracy. Participates in education activities supporting specific research activities and primary role. May participate in departmental policy and quality projects. Completes departmental, system-wide, and study-specific education as required. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic covered by applicable law. Location Primary Location Address: 1575 Northeast Expy NE #J-18808-Ljbffr 10 Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, Inc.