Clinical Research Coordinator A/B (Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology)

Clinical Research Coordinator A/B (Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology) Job Description Summary The primary role of the Clinical Research Coordinator is the organization and implementation of a research study. The research coordinator will be responsible for all aspects of clinical trial coordination including subject recruitment, detailed data entry, subject visits and medical chart follow‑up, biospecimen collection across multiple locations, biospecimen processing, and regulatory management. This position involves working directly with several investigators to manage and run several different studies. Tasks include recruitment of study participants, informed consent discussions, collecting and processing placentas, assisting participant visits (blood draws and exams), and submitting modifications and continuing reviews to the IRB. Abstracting information from medical records and data entry is also required, with collaboration with other medical and fertility centers and investigators at CHOP. Job Responsibilities Clinical Research Coordinator A Assist in the implementation of study protocol. Perform required research activities per protocol and in accordance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP). Assist in planning and implementation of patient recruitment into studies and screen, recruit and retain potential study participants. Assist with IRB communications, including initial submissions and modifications. Collect and report timely, valid, accurate data. Assist with the maintenance of clinical trial databases using REDCap functionality. Maintain subject files and regulatory files per GCP. Utilize Electronic Medical records to collect data and complete data entry. Collect and process biospecimens (including performing venipuncture). Assist with biospecimen tracking and management. Assist investigators with intellectual and quality improvement tasks as needed (including literature reviews, contributions to manuscripts, etc). Interface with the study investigator. Attend weekly meetings with the study team and study investigator. Organize and participate in site visits, both initiation and otherwise. Prepare and host internal and external auditing and monitoring activities. Clinical Research Coordinator B Implementation of study protocol. Perform required research activities per protocol and in accordance with Good Clinical Practice. Complete all IRB communications, including initial submissions and modifications. Planning and implementation of patient recruitment into studies and screen, recruit and retain potential study participants. Position continued upon continued funding. Qualifications This position requires a highly motivated individual who can collaborate as a team member and work independently on data collection and abstraction. The coordinator should be interested in learning about fertility and reproductive endocrinology. Experience with electronic medical records and REDCap is a plus. Clinical Research Coordinator A : BS degree and 1-2 years related experience in research and clinical study methodologies or equivalent combination of education and experience. Clinical Research Coordinator B : BS degree and 2-3 years related experience in research and clinical study methodologies or equivalent combination of education and experience. Job Location Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Pay Range $46,500.00 - $52,661.00 Annual Rate Equal Opportunity Statement The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. 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