Clinical Research Coordinator II

Overview Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading academic health center that integrates education, clinical care, and research to improve human health. The Department of Medicine within the New Jersey Medical School (NJMS) seeks a Clinical Research Coordinator II to manage TB research studies under the guidance of the Principal Investigator. Position Summary The Clinical Research Coordinator II will oversee multiple tuberculosis clinical research protocols, ensuring compliance with study protocols, regulatory requirements, and data integrity. The role includes patient screening, recruitment, enrollment, data collection, and reporting to the Institutional Review Board (IRB). Responsibilities Collect, compile, and document clinical research data according to study protocols and sponsor guidelines. Maintain documentation in accordance with protocols, SOPs, and FDA requirements. Perform administrative tasks for the clinical research department including filing, appointment scheduling, phone follow‑ups, mailings, and inventory management. Screen patients to identify eligible study candidates via chart reviews, interviews, and coordination with practice physicians. Facilitate enrollment of eligible patients in collaboration with physicians and staff. Submit required documents to the IRB and report Serious Adverse Events (SAEs) within specified deadlines. Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field and two (2) years of clinical research experience as a Clinical Research Coordinator. Expertise in patient recruitment, pre‑screening, consenting, retention, activation, regulatory compliance, and data management. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Strong organizational and prioritization skills managing 4–5 concurrent trials. Versatility, a positive “can‑do” attitude, and adaptability. Excellent interpersonal skills for clear and confident patient interactions. Capacity to collaborate with physicians, nurses, hospital staff, and lab personnel to coordinate timely delivery of services. Thorough understanding of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines and experience preparing documents for IRB submission. Ability to make independent decisions and thrive in a fast‑paced environment. Proficiency in Microsoft Office. Preferred Qualifications Experience in cardiology and complex clinical trials. Familiarity with EPIC (Electronic Health Records system) and/or OnCore (Clinical Trials Management System). Benefits Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage. Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs. Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax‑deferred savings options. Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable). Life insurance coverage. Employee discount programs. Physical Demands and Work Environment Physical Demands Standing, sitting, walking, talking or hearing. No special vision requirements; lifting up to 25 pounds. Work Environment Office and exam room environment. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Rutgers University is an equal access/equal opportunity institution. We provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, marital or domestic partnership, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, military service liability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, and any other category protected by law. For additional information, please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at #J-18808-Ljbffr