Clinical Research Coordinator A-B

University of Pennsylvania•Philadelphia, PA

About The Position

Assists in the management of clinical trials under direct supervision by coordinating patient screening, enrollment, data collection, and sample handling. Supports IRB submissions and helps prepare manuscripts, grant proposals, and presentations. Works closely with the Principal Investigator, manager, and study team to address study needs, implement approved changes, and monitor outcomes. Contributes to investigator-initiated, multi-center, and patient-oriented clinical and translational research studies. The Division of Health Policy, in collaboration with the Center for Health Incentives and Behavioral Economics, is seeking a highly motivated Clinical Research Coordinator A/B to support the day-to-day execution of research and innovation activities for multiple studies that adapt evidence based behavioral science approaches to improve health and healthcare delivery. Essential functions include, but are not limited to: recruitment, screening, consenting, and enrollment of participants for research studies; quantitative and qualitative data collection and management in accordance with study protocols, including maintenance of electronic databases and data quality checks; performing chart reviews and eligibility assessments; managing study related materials, documentation, and regulatory files in compliance with IRB and human subjects requirements; collaborating with investigators and clinical partners; communicating with study participants; and completing other research and administrative duties as needed. In addition to the above, the B position prefers requires: Strong administrative and organizational skills; Communicating and coordinating with a broad range of stakeholders, including clinicians, investigators, and operational partners; providing enhanced involvement in developing recruitment strategies, workflow improvements, and study processes; Preparing and presenting data summaries, reports, and updates to the research team and other stakeholders.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree and 1 to 2 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required for CRC A
Bachelor's Degree and 2 to 4 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required for CRC B
Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills
Highly motivated self-starter, detail oriented and have strong planning and prioritizing capabilities
Ability to interact effectively with a variety of stakeholders, including investigators, clinical partners and patients
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
Comfort with web-based platforms and technology strongly preferred
Familiarity with MS Word and Excel is essential
Position contingent upon funding

Nice To Haves

Previous experience using REDCap and the Way to Health is preferable
Familiarity with good data management practices, REDCap, Way to Health and previous EHR experience preferred

Responsibilities

recruitment, screening, consenting, and enrollment of participants for research studies
quantitative and qualitative data collection and management in accordance with study protocols, including maintenance of electronic databases and data quality checks
performing chart reviews and eligibility assessments
managing study related materials, documentation, and regulatory files in compliance with IRB and human subjects requirements
collaborating with investigators and clinical partners
communicating with study participants
completing other research and administrative duties as needed
preparing and presenting data summaries, reports, and updates to the research team and other stakeholders

Benefits

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.
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.
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.
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 family—whatever your personal needs may be.
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.
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.
Penn provides an array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and professionally.
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 excitement—and you and your family can enjoy many of these activities for free.
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 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 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.
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.