Clinical Research Coordinator

This position is based at a new research site within an existing cancer center located in Oakbrook. The Clinical Research Coordinator will manage daily operations of biomedical and social-behavioral research studies involving multidisciplinary teams. While oncology experience is preferred, it is not required. However, solid drug experience is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of research studies involving multidisciplinary teams, sponsors, and other external stakeholders.

• Monitor study performance, analyze results, and supervise the development and implementation of new protocols.

• Ensure the completion of study activities as per protocol.

• Collaborate with nursing staff and the Principal Investigator (PI) to ascertain pretreatment and eligibility requirements, interview participants, obtain social and medical histories, and register participants with appropriate sponsors.

• Complete informed consent and organize patient treatment and test schedules.

• Manage and conduct experimental tests and procedures.

• Monitor and document patients' adverse events and modify dosages, tests, and treatment schedules in collaboration with nursing staff.

• Manage project data including processing, accuracy, analysis, and evaluation to meet project information and deliverable objectives.

• Partner with internal and external project and IT staff to create, review, analyze, interpret, summarize, and prepare progress and final reports.

• Provide consultation on data management, methodological issues, and analysis of data.

• Manage a system for effective data flow for oncology research clinical trials and chemoprevention studies.

• Collaborate with all internal and external staff, including sponsoring agencies and educational institutions, to ensure project objectives and timelines are met.

• Advise project staff on process enhancements to ensure compliance with protocols and increase project efficiency.

• Oversee daily project operations, implement policies, and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulatory guidelines and research protocols.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree

• At least 2-4 years of experience working on drug or device studies

• Experience with protocols, patient recruitment, and EMR systems

• Oncology experience preferred; cardiology and neurology experience acceptable

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with Medidata, EPIC, Advarra, or similar systems

• Experience with phlebotomy, EKGs, vitals, and specimen processing

• Experience with IRB submissions and regulatory compliance

Work Environment

The Clinical Research Coordinator will be the main coordinator for the Oakbrook location and must be independent. The role requires collaboration with the network team, including the Network Director and Senior Clinical Research staff. The position offers the opportunity to advance quickly due to internal promotions. The work environment includes comprehensive health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts, and other supportive programs and services to help maintain a healthy lifestyle.

Please send your resume and 2-3 professional references to hjaquez @actalentservices.com for more information.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $34.60 - $36.20/hr.

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