Clinical Research Coordinator II

Position Description:

Every great life-changing discovery begins the same way, with new knowledge. It can change everything, from a single life to the future of entire communities. That’s why academic medicine, and the continuous pursuit of knowledge, is at the center of everything we do at the Medical College of Wisconsin.

Purpose

Coordinate the day-to-day administrative activities of gynecological oncology clinical research trial programs.  Provide support to the team to facilitate the achievement of the program’s goals. Recruit and manage gynecological oncology trials.

Primary Functions

• Recruit, screen, enroll and obtain consent from program participants in gynecological oncology studies. Conduct or coordinate training for program participants.
• Coordinate research protocols including arranging necessary appointments and procedures, working collaboratively with other departments and institutions, and maintaining contact with study participants.
• Collect, analyze, and disseminate research data.  Report program data and progress to study investigators.  Work with Principal Investigator to develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive databases and files related to the program.
• Identify problems or obstacles in the system/procedures related to implementation of the research protocols and communicate to the study investigators.
• Assure compliance with all relevant IRB and other regulatory agency requirements.
• Prepare IRB documents and reports.  Evaluate and write of research protocols in collaboration with the study investigator.
• Collaborate on the development of program materials including educational materials, marketing materials, websites, forms, and reports.
• Maintain program timeline including tracking deadlines for program components.
• Coordinate and organize monitor visits for research studies.
• Prepare for audits and internal quality improvement reviews.
• Monitor study related budgets.  Participate in the development of program resources through literature searches, contact with outside programs, and review of funding opportunities.

Knowledge – Skills – Abilities

Knowledge of biology, chemistry, mathematics, documentation, and records management.

Data utilization, complex problem solving, critical thinking, resource management, and writing skills.

Preferred Schedule:

Monday – Friday, 8 hour shift during clinic hours 7am-5pm

Position Requirements:
Specifications

Appropriate education and/or experience may be substituted on equivalent basis

Minimum Required Education: Bachelor’s degree

Minimum Required Experience: 2 years  

Prefered Education: Bachelor’s in a STEM field

Prefered Experience: 2 years of clinical or research

Certification:  CITI training within 90 days of hire

Why MCW?

• Outstanding Healthcare Coverage, including but not limited to Health, Vision, and Dental. Along with Flexible Spending options
• 403B Retirement Package
• Competitive Vacation and Paid Holidays offered
• Tuition Reimbursement
• On campus Fitness Facility, offering onsite classes.
• Additional discounted rates on things as: Select cell phone plans, local fitness facilities, Milwaukee recreation and entertainment etc.

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