University of Arizona Hiring for Clinical Research Coordinator III-Cardiology-(Multiple Openings) (College of Med at Phoenix, AZ  Full Time

The Department of Internal Medicine at The University of Arizona College of Medicine -Phoenix, invites candidates interested in a rapidly growing career as a Clinical Research Coordinator III (CRC III). The selected individual will work under the supervision of the Director of Clinical Research Operations, providing project coordination and support clinical research daily operations. Additionally, the CRC III will ensure successful implementation of and adherence to clinical research protocols and national and local milestones regarding planning, administration, timeline management, enrollment, participant engagement, data collection, and reporting. This individual will also be involved in the clinical research activities of the various Institutes, including the creation and population of databases, and will have close interactions with faculty members leading these research activities. The CRC III will demonstrate competence in clinical research skills, problem-solving, priority setting and serve as a resource for others for all aspects of conducting a clinical trial for complex and multi-center trials. The ideal candidate must be knowledgeable in clinical and cardiology settings.

This position, which will be located at the Banner University Medical Center-Phoenix, is currently undergoing rapid growth and the selected individual will be an important driver of this change.

The University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix anchors the 28-acre Phoenix Bioscience Core in the heart of the Valley of the Sun. The College inspires and trains individuals to become exemplary physicians, scientists and leaders who are life-long learners and inquisitive scholars. The Phoenix Bioscience Core embodies the University’s priorities of engagement, partnership, innovation, and synergy in its world-class academic and research initiatives, with clinical facilities throughout Greater Phoenix.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; state retirement plan; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

Study
Coordination:

• Participate in protocol development by reviewing potential protocols,
  informed consent documents, study budgets, and evaluate their effect on
  standard clinical research procedures.
• Assists in the preparation and maintenance of all regulatory documentation
  including IRB submissions, consent forms, study amendments, safety reports
  etc.
• Recruit study participants, schedule appointments, interview and evaluate
  potential participants to ensure they meet eligibility requirements; instruct
  participants concerning protocol and obtain informed consent.
• Coordinate multiple clinical trials simultaneously.
• Schedule and/or coordinate the scheduling of required laboratory tests and/or
  exams.
• Coordinate and/or perform physical assessments, lab draws and/or diagnostics
  as required by study protocol.
• Monitor participants for evidence of study related adverse events.
• Document study participants’ progress in electronic medical record.
• Maintains subject data and addresses study specific data queries promptly
• Adheres to all relevant regulations including ICH and CFR and GCP guidelines,
  as well as the University of Arizona policies and procedures.
• Assist in the development of databases and participant trackers needed to
  capture specific protocol required data.
• Remain up to date on all required trainings (E.g. University of Arizona
  trainings, Departmental trainings, study specific trainings, etc.)
• Serve as a resource for investigators and clinical research staff for all
  aspects of conducting a clinical trial for complex and multi-center trials.
• Ensures proper collection, processing, storage, transport, and handling of
  biological specimens.

Administrative
Responsibilities:

• Assist Principal Investigator in developing clinical trial protocols and
  submit the required documentation to the Institutional Review Board, the
  University, and corporate or government sponsors.
• Develops and maintains protocol information and data/collection tools.
• Order and maintain supplies required for study kits, track spending in this
  area, and make day-to-day decisions in support of the study.
• Assist physician and/or principal investigator in preparation of study
  data/materials for publication and/or presentation of materials at conferences
• Actively participate in clinical research team meetings.

Study
Communications and Education:

• Prepares and presents study materials to members of the interdisciplinary
  team regarding general research procedures and study specific elements of a
  protocol.
• May supervise and train new staff in preparation & conduct of clinical
  trials by providing oversight and guidance.
• Provide ongoing study specific training to other staff members to assure
  patient safety and adherence to the protocol.
• Helps develop strategies to ensure increased study awareness and subject
  screening and enrollment.
• Additional duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience is required.

* Bachelor’s in related field of study.

* Bilingual in Spanish and English.

* Certified phlebotomist or previous medical assistant experience.

* Experience in human subjects research.

* Certification with SoCRA, ACRP.

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

* Knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of clinical/translational research skills.

* Experience with research protocols, development, regulations.

* Motivated to provide high quality, compliant research.

* Previous research experience working in the area of OB/GYN and women’s health.

* Demonstrated experience working within clinical/translational teams and project management.

College of Medicine-Phoenix, Office of Human Resources

[email protected]

Application: The online application should be completed in its entirety. Blank or missed information may be considered an incomplete submission.

Letter of Interest: Should clearly indicate how your skills and professional employment experience meet the Minimum and the Preferred qualifications (if applicable).