RN Clinical Research Coordinator or Senior RN Clinical Research Coordinator
| Company | University of Texas – Austin |
|---|---|
| Location | Austin, TX, USA |
| Salary | $65000 – $65000 |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s, Master’s |
| Experience Level | Junior, Mid Level, Senior |
Requirements
- RN required and Master’s degree and 2 years of relevant experience or bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g. biology, social science, nursing) and 4 years of relevant experience.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work in a collaborative environment.
- Effective project management skills, including the ability to plan, organize and schedule work in an efficient and productive manner, focusing on key priorities and meeting deadlines.
- Great attention to detail and effective follow-through.
- Initiative to complete tasks before being asked and be able to independently manage studies; know when to ask for help; be flexible and adaptable to change.
- RN required and Master’s degree and 4 years of relevant experience or bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g. biology, social science, nursing) and 6 years of relevant experience.
Responsibilities
- Understand, implement, and ensure adherence to clinical research protocols.
- Assist in the initiation of studies, including feasibility assessments and coordination with sponsors.
- Screen and enroll participants, ensuring they meet inclusion/exclusion criteria.
- Educate participants about the study, obtaining and documenting informed consent.
- Conduct and coordinate patient visits, assessments, and data collection per protocol requirements.
- Perform clinical procedures (e.g., blood draws, vital signs, and medication administration) as required by the study.
- Collect, document, and manage study data in accordance with regulatory and institutional requirements.
- Assist PI with regulatory activities.
- Help prepare and submit required documents to Institutional Review Boards (IRBs).
- Assist with modifications to protocols and other study-related documents.
- Ensure all study documentation is accurate, complete, and compliant with GCP (Good Clinical Practice) and other regulations.
- Maintain accurate and complete records for audits, participate in internal and external audits to ensure compliance.
- Participate in sponsor-led study monitoring visits.
- Assist PI with budget preparation and financial accountability.
- Assist PI with management of study supplies and resources.
- Assist in communications with study sponsors and Contract Research Organizations (CROs) regarding study progress and updates.
Preferred Qualifications
- Nursing degree with appropriate license/certification.
- Four years’ experience in clinical research, working with participants/patients who are enrolled in clinical trials and academic research studies.
- Experience with participant recruitment, retention, managing participant study visits, and conducting protocol-outlined evaluations.
- Experience with neurological patient populations and proficient in medical terminology and medical assessments relevant to neurology studies.
- Experience with research administration including IRB submissions and able to provide budgeting/contracting support.
- Certifications such as CCRP (Certified Clinical Research Professional) or CCRC (Certified Clinical Research Coordinator) preferred.