Associate Research Coordinator

Job Description

Do you want to be part of an organization that is making a difference in the lives of millions of people worldwide? If so, we want to hear from you! As an Associate Research Coordinator, one will assist the research coordinator (CRC/CCRC) in conducting clinical trials. The associate research coordinator is responsible for collecting, processing, storing and handling clinical specimens (as needed), scheduling study subjects for study visits, and collecting, recording, and filing clinical research data. Additionally, the associate research coordinator conducts study visits under the supervision of a study coordinator or senior coordinator.

QPS' Story:

Since its inception, QPS has been assisting pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device companies with their drug development efforts by providing a full range of services, including Early Phase Clinical and Phase II - IV Clinical Research services. The QPS location in Miami, Florida is a multi-specialty research center employing clinical research professionals, including board-certified physicians, in a 32,000 square foot space. To meet the needs of our clients, we strive to employ talented, caring and committed individuals who will work collaboratively towards achieving our mission of improving human health and the quality of life.

Team members enjoy challenging and rewarding work and are encouraged achieve their best. Underpinning the operation is a culture that values diversity, innovation, accountability, teamwork and a friendly atmosphere where performance is recognized and rewarded. We provide unique company benefits, training, and advancement opportunities. Most importantly, we value each of our team members as employees and as individuals.

If this sounds like your ideal work environment, then we would love to speak with you, so apply today!

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The Job

• Ensuring GCP is followed throughout the entire study conduct.
• Ensuring subject confidentiality.
• Ensuring the subject or subject's legal representative is provided with a copy of the signed and dated informed consent form.
• Possess a sound and in-depth understanding of each protocol that has been assigned
• Source document creation per Protocol requirements (if applicable) or as needed
• Ensuring compliance with applicable MRA SOP's/MRA Clinical Research SOP's, Good Clinical Practice guidelines and regulations
• Timely communication of study issues to the study coordinator
• Screening, Enrollment, and Ongoing Study Procedures
  1. Establish good rapport with potential study subjects
  2. Conduct telephone screening process
  3. Conduct Informed Consent Process (must complete Consenting Process module and quiz prior to consenting)
  4. Clinical data collection such as vital signs, ECG recording, subject height and weight, etc.
  5. Medical records retrieval and review
  6. Laboratory specimen collection, processing and shipment (as needed)
  7. Transporting clinical specimens to the laboratory
  8. Study visits scheduling

Requirements

• Combination of relevant education & experience that provides sufficient knowledge & skills to ensure incumbent's success in this role, such as:
• High School Diploma, and/or
• Experience in a similar role
• Prior experience as a medical assistant or in an ancillary or allied health specialty a plus
• Must be flexible to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Why You Should Apply

• Great learning opportunities, especially for those new to the field. Our seasoned professionals are here to support and work with you to explore your learning potential and career goals.
• Bonuses and merit increases are a part of the QPS total rewards approach and are linked to individual, team and company performance.
• Solid Benefits package, including Company-matched 401(k), and Company-sponsored Group Life/AD&D and Short and Long-term Disability Insurance

QPS is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. In accordance with federal, state, and local laws, we recruit, hire, promote and evaluate all personnel without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, citizenship status, physical disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Job applicants and present employees are evaluated solely on ability, experience, and the requirements of the job. In addition, QPS, LLC is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.