Clinical Research Specialist

Job Summary With principal investigator oversight, prepares, evaluates and implements research studies to enhance the advancement of clinical practice. Essential Functions May serve as primary coordinator / project manager on a variety of research studies with low or moderate regulatory, clinical, and operational complexity; supports the PI and research team members. Evaluates and prepares research studies for implementation including assessment of operational feasibility; budget development; preparation of IRB documents; institutes protocol operations (generation of data collection tools, case report forms); attends study meetings. Identifies, recruits, screens, and enrolls eligible subjects per protocol; with appropriate training and delegation, performs protocol-required research activities and/or protocol-required research procedures with low clinical complexity (e.g. six‑minute walk test, SF‑36, etc.). With appropriate training and delegation, monitors patient status; collects, reviews, and documents data into a variety of systems per protocol. Maintains research studies in compliance with federal, state, and local law, GCP, contracts, and institutional policies. Coordinates and/or performs study activities which may include: identification of adverse events; assist with management of investigational product/test article (drug or device); collection, processing, and shipment of research specimens; and other research activities to the extent permitted by law and policy. Communicates, collaborates, networks, and acts as a consultant to the study sponsor and/or CRO, research study centers, academic institutions, investigators, physicians/physician offices, ancillary departments, and the multidisciplinary team (including students and residents). Qualifications Required Bachelor’s Degree in health or science related field or equivalent CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross 90 Days Or CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association 90 Days Preferred 1 year of relevant experience in clinical research and project management About Corewell Health As a team member at Corewell Health, you will play an essential role in delivering personalized health care to our patients, members and our communities. We are committed to cultivating and investing in YOU. Our top‑notch teams are comprised of collaborators, leaders and innovators that continue to build on one shared mission statement - to improve health, instill humanity and inspire hope. Join a nationally recognized health system with an ambitious vision of continued advancement and excellence. How Corewell Health cares for you Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more. On‑demand pay program powered by Payactiv Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more! Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status Primary Location: SITE - 330 Barclay Ave NE - Grand Rapids Department Name: Sponsored Programs Heart and Vascular Institute Research Operations - Grand Rapids Hosp Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day (United States of America) Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40 Hours of Work: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Days Worked: Monday - Friday Weekend Frequency: Variable weekends Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug‑free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on‑site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief. Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category. #J-18808-Ljbffr