Clinical Research Coordinator

George Washington University

United States, D.C., Washington

Nov 01, 2024

I. DEPARTMENT INFORMATION

Job Description Summary:	Established in 2015, the George Washington University (GW) Cancer Center is a collaboration of the George Washington University, the GW Hospital, and the GW Medical Faculty Associates to expand GW's efforts in the fight against cancer. The GW Cancer Center also incorporates all existing cancer- related activities at GW, with a vision to create a cancer-free world through groundbreaking research, innovative education, and equitable care for all. The Clinical Research Coordinator supports research projects in an assigned Practice Area through the performance of basic clinical and administrative procedures including data collection and tracking. This position helps ensure that GWMFA research projects conform to regulatory and clinical guidelines. The Clinical Research Coordinator works independently to provide support for Investigator-Initiated studies and other studies of all phases. This position will conduct clinical trial activities, analyze data, and assist in the preparation of electronic and paper regulatory submissions, program reports, funding proposals, work plans, activity charts, and correspondence as needed. Additional duties include working with operations manuals, auditing for research documentation, and maintaining participant databases. Responsibilities include: Assesses patient study eligibility, obtains past medical history and health status as required by the research protocol. Interacts with research participants and family members in a friendly, prompt, and caring manner, maintaining confidentiality and respect at all times. Abstracts clinical data from medical charts and medical records. Performs clinical and administrative procedures as necessary for study protocol - i.e. blood pressure, venipuncture, vital signs, completing case forms, answering queries, and completing regulatory documents. Tracks participants' adverse reactions examples include data management, clinical follow up. Assesses adverse reactions, discusses with investing physicians, completes case reports and documentation. Completes and maintains institutional review board documentation (submission, continuing review and safety updates). Coordinates study recruitment efforts, referrals, advertising and database research. Schedules patient visits and coordinates testing with other departments. Prepares study samples for storage and shipping. May be responsible for tracking study income. Attends investigator meetings as required. Establishes drug maintenance with pharmacies. Participates in the preparation of new research proposals. Performs other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.
Minimum Qualifications:	Qualified candidates will hold a BA/BS and 2 years of experience in a related discipline. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Certification preferred.
Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:	License/Certification: CRCC, CCRA, CCRP preferred Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent interpersonal, organizational and problem solving skills. Adaptable to changes in work duties, responsibilities, and requirements. Service oriented, and be able to set priorities in order to meet the needs of clients and exceptional customer service skills. Ability to multitask. Capable of learning new technical skills related to the position in order to perform essential functions.
Hiring Range	$43,888.00 - $81,467.78
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Healthcare Benefits

GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs.

II. POSITION INFORMATION

Campus Location:	Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.
College/School/Department:	School of Medicine and Health Sciences (SMHS)
Family	Research and Labs
Sub-Family	Clinical Research Operations
Stream	Individual Contributor
Level	Level 2
Full-Time/Part-Time:	Full-Time
Hours Per Week:	40
Work Schedule:	Monday - Friday 8:30am-5:00pm
Will this job require the employee to work on site?	Yes
Employee Onsite Status	On-campus (in person)
Telework:	No
Required Background Check	Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search
Special Instructions to Applicants:	Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status
Internal Applicants Only?	No
Posting Number:	R002222
Job Open Date:	10/31/2024
Job Close Date:
If temporary, grant funded or limited term appointment, position funded until:
Background Screening	Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.
EEO Statement:	The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.