Clinical Research Coordinator- Department of Otolaryngology- Head & Neck Surgery

Research Professional 2-Research Coordination-Clinical Interventional/ Therapeutic (8352RC)

Provide clinical research coordination to faculty in the Department of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery. Implement, manage, coordinate, and document research protocols and study activities. Ensure that all components of a project are completed in an ethical, scientific, rigorous, and timely manner.

This position will be performed in a hybrid work environment. Work is performed in a planned split between on-site and remote locations. The supervisor will determine the appropriate balance that meets the needs of the department and the other priorities for workplace flexibility.

Duties/ Responsibilities:
Protocol/ Study Management (45%)

• Duties are determined by protocol-specific requirements and may include any research activity from protocol development through study closeout. The incumbent may assume responsibility for continuity of research subject care and follow the subject from beginning to completion of the study
• Facilitate the successful implementation of the IRB approved protocol; read and interpret clinical protocols, assess study related needs, and provide input to facilitate implementation under the supervision of the department's research manager
• Demonstrate effective and efficient communication with study sponsors, monitors, department and University staff
• Complete and maintain essential, source, and regulatory documents.
• Organize and submit data into databases, spreadsheets and reporting mechanisms, and ensure accuracy of data entry
• Handle basic financial and administrative transactions (ex: supply purchasing)

Manage Subject Participation in Research Protocol (45%)

• Identify and recruit potential research subjects
• Determine subject eligibility, and maintain compliance with protocol eligibility requirements
• Protect the rights of research subjects via execution of informed consent and compliance with HIPPA requirements
• Perform study specific procedures for the collection of research data
• Collect and ship specimens for research, laboratory, or clinical testing as required
• Maintain study databases to track the status of participants
• Follow up study participants via data collection from medical records, in person interviews, and by telephone
• Review data collection forms for completeness and accuracy, and abstract data from medical records using standard forms
• Comply with all adverse-event reporting regulations

Education and Administration (10%)

• Facilitate new project development
• Educate University faculty and staff of our regulatory and research obligations in relation to our research activities
• Communicate with clinical teams to foster quality research within the context of exceptional clinical care
• Support quality improvement initiativesAttend research and professional development trainings as appropriate
• Attend research and professional development trainings as appropriate

All required qualifications must be included in the application materials

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus 2 years of work experience in research; or a combination of related education and work experience totaling 6 years
• Demonstrated proficiency with basic office software such as Microsoft Office and Excel, and Google applications
• Ability to work independently, solve problems, and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Excellent organizational, oral communication, and written communication skills
• Experience with data, data management, and quality control
• Critical thinker and detail oriented
• Experience with medical research, medical terminology and electronic medical records
• Experience working in a customer-oriented environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with University of Minnesota, and MHealth hospitals and clinics
• Familiarity with REDCap
• A demonstrated education record including courses in epidemiology or health sciences research and statistical methods
• Certification as a Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC, CCRP, or similar certification)

Physical Requirements of the Job

• Lifting: Must be able to lift and move objects up to 35 pounds
• Standing/Walking: Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time
• Sitting: Must be able to sit for extended periods of time

To learn more about the Department of Otolaryngology- Head & Neck Surgery, please visit: med.umn.edu/ENT.

Pay Range: $26.95- $30.54 an hour ($56,056- $63,525 annualy); depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment Category: 100% Appointment

Position Type: Civil-Service & Non-Faculty Labor Represented Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University 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
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

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