Clinical Research Coordinator II

University of Chicago • Hyde Park, IL

8d • $60,000 - $75,000

About The Position

The Department of Neurology at The University of Chicago Medical Center has a great history and tradition, having made significant contributions to neurological training, clinical care, and the basic understanding of neurological disease. The Healthy Aging & Alzheimer's Research Care (HAARC) Center, is a multidisciplinary center at the University of Chicago focused on implementing research on aging, Alzheimer’s and related dementia research focused on optimizing knowledge, care, interventions, and quality of life. This at-will position is wholly or partially funded by contractual grant funding which is renewed under provisions set by the grantor of the contract. Employment will be contingent upon the continued receipt of these grant funds and satisfactory job performance. This Clinical Research Coordinator II (CRC2) provides support to the SuperAging Research Initiative at the Healthy Aging & Alzheimer’s Research Care (HAARC) Center within the Biological Sciences Division. The SuperAging Research Program is focused on identifying protective factors that contribute to the preservation of memory and healthspan. For this study we recruit and longitudinally follow cognitively average older adults and SuperAgers who, by our definition, are adults over age 80 who have the memory capacity of individuals decades younger. This position involves direct interaction with research participants as well as hands-on support of neuroimaging data acquisition and analysis. The CRC2 will coordinate and conduct protocol-driven research visits, assist with MRI and related imaging workflows, and support data quality and regulatory compliance across studies.

Requirements

• Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
• Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written).
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to comprehend technical documents.
• Ability to develop and manage interpersonal relationships.
• Ability to exercise absolute discretion regarding confidential matters.
• Ability to follow written and/or verbal instructions.
• Ability to give directions.
• Ability to handle sensitive matters with tact and discretion.
• Ability to handle stressful situations.
• Ability to pay attention to detail.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent time management and ability to prioritize work assignments.
• Ability to train or teach others.
• Working knowledge of Good Clinical Practices (GCP).

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree.
• Experience working with older adults in a clinical or research setting.
• Familiarity with neuroimaging research (MRI, PET, or related modalities).
• Academic or professional background in neuroscience, neuropsychology, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Manages all aspects of conducting clinical research including screening, enrollment, subject follow-up, completion of the case report forms, and adverse event reports.
• Functions as the point person for participant visits and data collection, including coordinating and monitoring data collection, and implementing protocol updates and changes.
• Support MRI and other neuroimaging study visits, including participant preparation, safety screening, and visit coordination
• Collect, process, ship and store specimens to appropriate laboratory according to established aseptic techniques.
• Educates participants about study procedures to be performed, visit schedule, what to report between and during visits, and the risks and benefits of the procedures.
• Protect participants data confidentiality by ensuring security of research data and personal health information and compliance with federal regulations and sponsor protocols.
• Assist with organization, preprocessing, and basic analysis of neuroimaging data (e.g., MRI) under investigator guidance.
• Ensures Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) are implemented and documented in accordance with study sponsor, primary investigator, and regulatory specifications.
• Maintains accurate and complete records which may include, but are not limited to, signed informed consent, relevant IRB approvals, source documentation, Case Report Forms (CRF's), and study-related communications.
• Understand the IRB submission and review process and when and how to apply for IRB review, including facilitation of study initiation through meticulous and timely preparation of IRB submissions independently.
• Ensures compliance with federal regulations and institutional policies.
• May prepare and maintain protocol submissions and revisions.
• Coordinates and may participate in quality assurance reviews conducted by study sponsors, federal agencies, or specially designated review groups.
• Analyzes study-related documentation, such as protocol worksheets, procedural manuals, adverse event reports, institutional review board documents, or progress reports.
• Accountable for all tasks in moderately complex clinical studies.
• Assists with various professional, organizational, and operational tasks under moderate supervision.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Benefits

• The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook .

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees