CLINICAL RESEARCH COORDINATOR II

Job Description - CLINICAL RESEARCH COORDINATOR II (T240559)

CLINICAL RESEARCH COORDINATOR II - ( T240559 )

Description The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), Med - Infectious Diseases, is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator II. This position will coordinate clinical research studies focused on pregnant and postpartum women and individuals experiencing homelessness who are affected by hepatitis C virus (HCV). Responsibilities include study start-up and closeout, protocol implementation, participant screening, eligibility determination, informed consent, recruitment, enrollment, retention, follow-up, participant scheduling, data and biological specimen collection and processing, and maintenance of accurate study and regulatory documentation. The coordinator will work collaboratively with investigators, clinical teams, and community partners to ensure compliance with study protocols, Institutional Review Board (IRB) requirements, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), and applicable regulatory requirements. Additional responsibilities include managing participant incentives and addressing barriers to participation, including transportation, housing instability, substance use, and limited healthcare access. The position will also participate in community-based outreach activities on occasion, including up to one half-day per weekend, performing point-of-care testing, and providing participant education and linkage to care for HCV, HIV, and syphilis among underserved populations. General Responsibilities To serve as coordinator for studies and provide support to other team members within the confines of the protocol as directed. To support screening and participant eligibility determination, working with more senior team members to ensure compliance. To conduct activities in accordance with the protocol, regulations and Good Clinical Practice (GCP). To assist with the study life cycle from start-up to closure, i.e., collecting and recording data, recruiting and performing follow-up with participants, scheduling visits and assisting in coordination of lab and fieldwork. Performs other duties as assigned. Annual Salary Range : $50,050 - $81,330 Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a related field and three (3) years of related experience required. Work experience may substitute for education requirement. Preferences Prior clinical trial coordination experience. Familiarity with biological specimen handling and processing, and experience with vulnerable populations such as pregnant and postpartum women, people living with HIV, or people with substance use disorder. Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. The ability to work effectively with diverse populations in clinical and community settings is essential. UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, and veteran's status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix. Primary Location University Job Category Clinical Research Organization 311402400 Med - Infectious Diseases Employee Status Regular Shift : Day/1st Shift Work Arrangement (final schedule to be determined by the department/hiring manager) : Onsite #J-18808-Ljbffr UAB group