Associate Clinical Research Coordinator - Cardiology - Full-time(
Requisition ID
- 047155 )
Description
WHAT YOU'LL DO
General Position Summary
The Associate Clinical Research Coordinator evaluates initiates and maintains activities related to the conduct of clinical trials in assigned area(s) of responsibility with the assistance and guidance of Clinical Research Coordinators or Senior Clinical Research Coordinators. The Associate Clinical Research Coordinator communicates effectively with external funding agencies and sponsors, other departments, departmental staff and patients to assure the understanding of the requirements of conducting and participating in clinical trials. The Associate Clinical Research Coordinator organizes and manages all documentation and regulatory submissions as required by the sponsor of the trial, regulatory agencies, Research division / OHS policy and patient care requirements of Ochsner with the direction and approval of other Research staff. The Associate Clinical Research Coordinator functions as project manager for clinical trials in assigned area(s) of responsibility.
The Associate Clinical Research Coordinator demonstrates actions consistent with Ochsner’s “Expectations” as duties are performed on a daily basis.
The Associate Clinical Research Coordinator demonstrates actions consistent with Ochsner’s “Expectations” as duties are performed on a daily basis.
Essential Position Duties
1. Coordinates and oversees the regulatory processes as they relate to the evaluation, initiation, maintenance, closure and internal and external audit of clinical trials and other research activity.
2. Coordinates and oversees patient (study participant) activity as it relates to the conduct of research and clinical trials.
3. Develops and maintains all required documentation as it relates to the conduct of assigned clinical trials and associated patient care.
4. Conducts daily work and clinical trial activity in accordance with Good Clinical Practice Guidelines.
5. Maintains competency in requirements and regulations associated with the conduct of clinical trials and other related research activity
6. Supports department, division and institutional goals.
WHAT WE SEEK
Required Qualifications
Education / Certifications / Licensure / Specialized Training
*High School diploma or equivalent
Experience / Skills
*3 years of experience in a clinical setting OR Bachelor of Science degree
*Computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office programs
*Strong interpersonal skills
*Oral and written communication skills
*Critical thinking skills to apply to the process of trial evaluation and submission, particularly the development of study related budgets, contracts and patient consent documents
*Experience working independently, organizing work, and setting priorities
*Computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office programs
*Strong interpersonal skills
*Oral and written communication skills
*Critical thinking skills to apply to the process of trial evaluation and submission, particularly the development of study related budgets, contracts and patient consent documents
*Experience working independently, organizing work, and setting priorities
Abilities / Other
Willingness to learn new techniques. Must be able to move about the Ochsner campus and occasionally to satellite facilities. Must be able to lift, move, transport patient records, regulatory documentation binders, and study supplies weighing up to 50 pounds. Must be capable of long periods of sitting and computer work. Position may require some travel for training related to specific clinical trials. Position may require flexible work hours, depending on the needs of particular trial activity.
Preferred Qualifications
Education / Certifications / Licensure / Specialized Training
*Bachelor of Science or related degree
*Masters in Public Health or related clinical field
*Masters in Public Health or related clinical field
Experience / Skills / Competencies
*Experience in area of assigned clinical specialty
*Experience in clinical research
*Experience with data entry and database management
*Experience in clinical research
*Experience with data entry and database management
WHAT WE OFFER
Ochsner offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to accommodate the diverse needs of its employees. Want to learn more?
WHO WE ARE
Ochsner Health System is Louisiana’s largest non-profit, academic, healthcare system. Driven by a mission to Serve, Heal, Lead, Educate and Innovate, coordinated clinical and hospital patient care is provided across the region by Ochsner's 28 owned, managed and affiliated hospitals and more than 60 health centers. Ochsner is the only Louisiana hospital recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a “Best Hospital” across six specialty categories caring for patients from all 50 states and more than 99 countries worldwide each year. Ochsner employs more than 17,000 employees, over 1,000 physicians in over 90 medical specialties and subspecialties and conducts more than 900 clinical research studies.
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Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
