Job Information
University of Utah PS Study Coordinator - Emergency Medicine Research in Salt Lake City, Utah
Details
Open Date 08/06/2024
Requisition Number PRN39475B
Job Title PS Study Coordinator
Working Title PS Study Coordinator - Emergency Medicine Research
Job Grade D
FLSA Code Administrative
Patient Sensitive Job Code? Yes
Standard Hours per Week 40
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Shift Variable
Work Schedule Summary
Full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday including evenings and weekends. On-call, weekend, and evening hours occasionally required as needed to accomplish study objectives.
VP Area U of U Health - Academics
Department 00258 - Emergency Medical Physicians
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range 31600 to 55621
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Job Summary
The Emergency Department Research Division has an immediate opening for a Study Coordinator to join our growing team. We are seeking an individual with whom we can share our passion for Emergency research! The Department of Emergency Medicine places high value on teamwork, professional development, creative problem solving, and resourcefulness. This position is uniquely positioned to work on a variety of exciting, high-impact clinical research projects with various populations in the Salt Lake area.
This position coordinates the daily activities of clinical research studies and plays a critical role in the conduct of the study; assists the Principal Investigator(s) under supervision of the Research Manager in determining and accomplishing study objectives; oversees research studies in an administrative and operational capacity while maintaining compliance with guidelines set by governing agencies.
Responsibilities
Reviews assigned research protocols in detail, including study objectives, study design, inclusion/exclusion criteria, visit schedule, and other details as needed.
Prepares, submits, and maintains IRB , FDA , NCI , NIH , NSF and/or other regulatory documents and research correspondence.
Coordinates participant study visits and related facility, drug/device, and equipment availability.
Obtains informed consent and addresses participants’ concerns in conjunction with the PI.
Completes, audits, and revises relevant case report forms (CRFs) and enters data into electronic data capture ( EDC ) systems.
Accesses Electronic Medical Record ( EMR ) to obtain medical/surgical history, lab values, and other relevant data.
Carefully maintains source documents and subject logs to help ensure subject safety.
Ensures proper collection, processing, and shipment of specimens.
Reports and tracks adverse events (AE). Reports serious AEs to IRB and sponsor.
Documents all protocol deviations, reconciles test article accountability at study close out and prepares summary report for sponsor.
Attends and participates in Investigator and staff meetings. Advises research team regarding study progress and troubleshoots issues with team.
Work Environment and Level of Frequency that may be required
Nearly Continuously: Office environment.
Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required
Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.
Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.
Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience) required. IRB CITI Course in the Protection of Human Research subjects certificate obtained within six months of hire and demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills are also required.
This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.
Some departments may require IATA DGR training within six months.
Preferences
Bachelor’s degree in a health science or related field or a minimum of 2 years experience in research required. Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills also required.
Knowledge of Good Clinical Practices, FDA , HIPAA and IRB regulations; an understanding of research procedures; and the ability to function independently is preferred.
Departments may require IRB CITI Course or IATA DGR training within a specified timeframe.
This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Type Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
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