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BSD MED - Rheumatology
About the Department
The Section of Rheumatology was formed in 1967 when the Divisions ofMetabolism and Rheumatology were combined into one Section with twoSection Chiefs: Drs. Leif Sorensen and Dan McCarty. During this time,the faculty including Attalah Kappas, M.D. and Rudi Schmid, M.D. madeimportant contributions to the understanding of several metabolicdiseases. Dr. Sorensen then went on to be the Vice Chair of theDepartment of Medicine for 20 years and the Chair in 1997. In 1980, Dr.Michael Becker became the Section Chief and served until 2000. Thecurrent Section Chief is Marcus Clark, M.D.
Job Summary
The Clinical Research Coordinator 1 provides support to the faculty ofthe Section of Rheumatology within the Biological Sciences Division. TheCRC1 will support daily clinical trial activities and plays a criticalrole in the conduct of the study.
Responsibilities
Coordinates all aspects of conducting clinical trials including:screening, enrollment, subject follow-up, completion of the casereport form, and adverse event reports.
Maintains accurate and complete documentation of signed informedconsent, relevant IRB approvals, source documentation, Case ReportForms (CRF\'s), drug dispensing logs, and study relatedcommunication.
Plans and coordinates patient schedule for study procedures, returnvisits, and study treatment schedules.
Ensures Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) are implemented anddocumented in accordance to study sponsor, primary investigator, andregulatory agency specifications.
Prepares and maintains protocol submissions and revisions.
Educates patients about study procedures to be performed, visitschedule, what to report between and during visits, and potentialside effects.
Performs assessments at visits and monitors for adverse events.
Organizes and attends site visits from sponsors and other relevantstudy meetings.
May recruit and interview potential study patients. May obtain,possess, and transport specimens to appropriate laboratory accordingto established aseptic techniques.
Prepares for or participate in quality assurance audits conducted bystudy sponsors, federal agencies, or specially designated reviewgroups.
Participates in study-related documentation, such as protocolworksheets, procedural manuals, adverse event reports, institutionalreview board documents, or progress reports.
Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include vocational training, apprenticeships or theequivalent experience in related field (not typically required to have afour-year degree).
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Work Experience:
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5years of work experience in a related job discipline.
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Certifications:
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Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor\'s degree.Experience:
Knowledge of medical terminology/environment.Technical Skills or Knowledge:
Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Adobe Acrobat.Read and understand complex documents (e.g., clinical trials).Preferred Competencies
Interact and communicate with clarity, tact, and courtesy withpatrons, patients, staff, faculty, students, and others.Communicate with tact and diplomacy.Strong organizational skills.Strong communication skills, verbal and written.Excellent interpersonal skills.Strong data management skills and attention to detail.Handle competing demands with diplomacy and enthusiasm Absorb large amounts of information quickly.Adaptability to changing working situations and work assignments.Application Documents
Resume/CV (required)Cover Letter (required)When applying, the document(s) MUSTbe uploaded via the MyExperience page, in the section titled Application Documents ofthe application.
Job Family
Research
Role Impact
Individual Contributor
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
Pay Frequency
Biweekly
Scheduled
Weekly Hours
40
Benefits Eligible
Yes
Drug Test Required
Yes
Health Screen Required
Yes
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
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