Clinical Research Coordinator A

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Posted Job Title
Clinical Research Coordinator A
Job Profile Title
Clinical Research Coordinator A
Job Description Summary
Clinical Research Coordinator A will be responsible for the screening, recruitment and enrollment of study participants and the administration of study measures during study visits; will conduct in-home and on-site study visits; assist in data entry, coding of interviews, and preparation of data summaries and reports; participate in weekly study progress meetings with the PI and research team.
Job Description
Clinical Research Coordinator A will be responsible for the screening, recruitment and enrollment of study participants and the administration of study measures during study visits; will conduct in-home and on-site study visits; assist in data entry, coding of interviews, and preparation of data summaries and reports; participate in weekly study progress meetings with the PI and research team.
CRC A will coordinate IRB submissions and renewals in accordance with FDA and IRB guidelines, assure compliance with the protocol and regulatory requirements including collecting, recording, and maintaining data and source documentations. Promote good clinical practice in the conduct of clinical investigations, including possessing an in-depth knowledge of the federal regulations and guidance documents for the conduct of clinical studies and human subject protection.
Position is contingent on funding.
Job Responsibilities include:
Talking to participants to determine interest in participating in research
Verbally walking participants through consent procedures
Administering study protocol
Entering data in study data set
Distributing study recruitment materials
Traveling between study visits
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
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