Clinical Research Coordinator

Research Coordinator IChildren's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) offers countless ways to change lives. Our diverse community of more than 20,000 Breakthrough Makers will inspire you to pursue passions, develop expertise, and drive innovation.At CHOP, your experience is valued; your voice is heard; and your contributions make a difference for patients and families. Join us as we build on our promise to advance pediatric care—and your career.CHOP does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, or any other legally protected categories in any employment, training, or vendor decisions or programs. CHOP recognizes the critical importance of a workforce rich in varied backgrounds and experiences and engages in ongoing efforts to achieve that through equally varied and non-discriminatory means.A Brief OverviewDr. Richard Aplenc is seeking a research coordinator I to provide clinical coordinator and data support to ongoing cohort studies of pediatric acute leukemia. The coordinator will be expected to perform detailed, standardized chart abstractions, serve as resource for other staff performing chart abstractions, and develop the capacity to provide data management support for this and other projects. Additional tasks may include providing support for ongoing prospective patient studies, including biologic sample handling. The estimated division of duties is 80% chart abstraction/chart abstraction support and 20% support for other research activities. The coordinator will be expected to be able to interact professionally and independently with outside investigative teams and institutions participating in these cohort studies.What You Will DoAdhere to an IRB approved protocolParticipate in the informed consent process of study subjectsSupport the safety of clinical research patients/research participantsCoordinate protocol related research procedures, study visits, and follow-up careScreen, recruit and enroll patients/research participantsMaintain study source documentsUnder the supervision of PI Report adverse eventsUnderstand good clinical practice (GCP) and regulatory complianceEducate subjects and family on protocol, study intervention, etc.Comply with Institutional policies, standard operating procedures (SOPs) and guidelines, and with HIPAA and management of confidential materialsMust comply with federal, state, and sponsor policiesFor multi-site studies or collaborations, support communication and meeting scheduling across teamsManage essential regulatory documentsRegister study on ClinicalTrials.gov as appropriateComplete case report forms (paper & electronic data capture) and address queriesSubmit documents to regulatory authorities (e.g. IRB, FDA, etc.) and/or review/monitoring boards (ie,DSMB, independent safety officer)Facilitate pre-study, site qualification, study initiation, and monitoring visit as appropriateFacilitate study close out activities as appropriateCoordinate research/project team meetingsCollect, process and ship samples as applicable to the protocolSchedule subject visits and proceduresRetain records/archive documents after study close outEducation QualificationsHigh School Diploma / GED - RequiredBachelor's Degree - PreferredExperience QualificationsAt least two (2) years of clinical or research related experience - RequiredAt least three (3) years of clinical or research related experience - PreferredSkills and AbilitiesBasic knowledge of IRB and human subject protectionStrong verbal and written communications skillsStrong time management skillsAbility to collaborate with stakeholders at all levelsTo carry out its mission, CHOP is committed to supporting the health of our patients, families, workforce, and global community. As a condition of employment, CHOP employees who work in patient care buildings or who have patient facing responsibilities must receive an annual influenza vaccine.SALARY RANGE: $53,000.00 - $66,300.00 AnnuallySalary ranges are shown for full-time jobs. If you're working part-time, your pay will be adjusted accordingly. At CHOP, we are committed to fair and transparent pay practices. Factors such as skills and experience could result in an offer above the salary range noted in this job posting. Click here for more information regarding CHOP's Compensation and Benefits.