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Responsibilities:
Clinical Research Conduct & Facilitation (75%)
Coordinate all study-related activities, including participant recruitment, enrollment, study visits, data and specimens, and sponsor visits
Act as information resource to University faculty and staff for protocol specific queries, including availability of trials, enrollment requirements, specimens needed, etc.
Engage with investigators in verifying subject eligibility, facilitating subject enrollments, ensuring the appropriate recording of adverse events, and timely acquisition of research tissue.
Ensure timely and accurate data collection and submission; engage with providers and investigators to ensure adequate source documentation is available; accurate interpretation and recording of data; maintenance of subject research charts.
Process human specimens per protocol requirements, coordinate shipping as needed
Facilitate the timely review and reporting of adverse reactions and severe adverse events
Conduct data abstraction for chart review studies
Assist investigators with literature searches
Contribute to the production of research publications or presentations of research data
Research Regulatory Management (20%)
Support the maintenance of regulatory binders and required documentation as directed
Prepare for and participate in site initiation visits, monitoring visits, program audits, etc.
Partner with Regulatory Specialist to ensure timely and complete regulatory submissions (IRB, HRPP, etc.)
Report Unanticipated Problems according to University policy
Education and Administration (5%)
Educate others of our regulatory and research obligations in relation to our clinical research activities
Communicate with clinical teams to foster an environment of quality research participation within the context of exceptional clinical care
Position Summary
The primary purpose of this position is to support clinical research within the Division of Pediatric Nephrology. The Clinical Research Coordinator facilitates the conduct of research according to regulatory requirements, institutional guidelines, and sponsor expectations. Duties include initiating new studies, coordinating the enrollment of eligible patients, extracting and reporting quality patient data and tissue samples, and responding to data queries. This position reports to the Clinical Research Program Director, but is accountable to the program leaders, the physician-investigators, and members of the clinical research team.
All required qualifications must be included in the application materials
Required Qualifications
BA/BS in a scientific or health related field and experience in a medical setting, OR a combination of education and experience in clinical research to equal to 4 years
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of clinical research
Experience with Epic or other electronic medical record system
Experience with patient care / contact
Program/Unit Description
At University of Minnesota Department of Pediatrics, ourexperts, care teamsand researchers are illuminating cures that save young lives. Our ground-breaking treatments are improving the lives of children who are ill or injured, and are becoming the standards of care for children across the country and around the world.
The Division of Pediatric Nephrology is dedicated to the care of infants, children, and adolescents with kidney disease, and believe that advances in understanding and treating kidney disease in children requires highly motivated clinicians and scientists who share a passion for research and discovery.
Work Location:
Hybrid - RPB, UMMCH, 2512
Working at the University
At the University of Minnesota, you'll find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning. We prioritize work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work.
The University also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
- Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
- Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
- Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
- University HSA contributions
- Disability and employer-paid life insurance
- Employee wellbeing program
- Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
- Financial counseling services
- Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefits.
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The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)
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