Clinical Research Coordinator

Clinical Research Coordinator

The Abramson Cancer Center of the University of Pennsylvania is a world leader in developing and conducting innovative clinical trials for the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer. The Translational Center of Excellence for Thoracic Oncology Precision Program (TCE-TOPP) aims to establish the Abramson Cancer Center as a global leader in biomarker-based precision medicine for lung cancer. By providing a centralized structure for managing and supporting biomarker-driven clinical trials, the TCE-TOPP will foster interdisciplinary collaboration, accelerate scientific discoveries, and contribute to advancements in precision medicine. The TCE-TOPP seeks a full-time position for a Clinical Research Coordinator to coordinate and implement biomarker-driven clinical trials involving various sponsors. Experience screening and consenting patients is required. Prior experience with REDCap is required. Knowledge of thoracic malignancies is a plus. Prior experience with abstraction of medical data from EPIC (Penn Chart) is highly valued. Venipuncture experience is valued but not required. Strong interpersonal skills like empathy, communication, and patience are desirable. This individual must be organized and be able to work with limited supervision. Position is contingent on continued funding.

Job Responsibilities

• Plan, implement patient recruitment into studies (decide on which strategies are best, review medical records of upcoming new and return patient clinic visits, reach out to potential referring physicians, approach potential subjects in clinic or contact them by phone). Participate in clinic to explain a trial and conduct informed consent with the patient and family. Coordinate visits, lab blood draws and tissue acquisition.
• Coordinate and implement biomarker-driven clinical trials and registries. Complete relevant training in the conduct of research studies involving human subjects, processing and shipping biospecimens. Organize and assist in the preparation of documents needed for initiation, monitoring, internal and external auditing, and study close-out visits. Interface with regulatory authorities, sponsors and cooperative groups.
• Abstract data from electronic medical records., accurately and efficiently enter data into spreadsheets, REDCap and sponsor databases Organize and maintain electronic case report forms and other documentation. Update/maintain study record in the Clinical Trials Management System (CTMS) in real-time. Complete case report forms within 5 business days of subject visits and resolve data queries within 10 days of issuance.
• Participate in sponsor meetings. Coordinate and participate in core study team, disease-site group and ongoing protocol training/compliance meetings. Provide regular study and enrollment updates to the research team. Attend all project meetings, weekly Tumor Board conferences, weekly Airway Research Huddle and bi-weekly Airway Portfolio Research meetings where potential subjects for research studies are discussed.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science and 1 to 2 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

Job Location - City, State

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School

Perelman School of Medicine

Pay Range

$47,313.00 - $47,313.00 Annual Rate

Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job's level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Special Requirements Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

University Benefits

• Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts : Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family's health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
• Tuition : Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.
• Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn's Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.
• Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with familywhatever your personal needs may be.
• Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility. If you apply when you're newly hired, you won't have to provide proof of good health or be subject to underwriting requirements. Eligible family members must always provide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting.
• Wellness and Work-life Resources : Penn is committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competing demands of work and personal life. That's why we offer a wide variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health, your family, and your work-life balance.
• Professional and Personal Development: Penn provides an array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and professionally.
• University Resources: As a member of the Penn community, you have access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of the University's libraries and athletic facilities, or visit our arboretum and art galleries. There's always something going on at Penn, whether it's a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest music or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a member of the Penn community, you're right in the middle of the excitementand you and your family can enjoy many of these activities for free.
• Discounts and Special Services : From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you'll find great deals for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts and cultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admission and memberships to faculty and staff. You can also enjoy substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks.
• Flexible Work Hours: Flexible work options offer creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments. These approaches involve use of non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures.
• Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home improvements.
• Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household.

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