Title: Clinical Research Coordinator
Job Class: Hourly/Non-Exempt; $28.92-34.99/hr
PI: Dr. Laura Feemster
At the Seattle Institute for Biomedical and Clinical Research (SIBCR), scientists seek new ways to improve the health and well-being of Veterans through research and education conducted at the VA Puget Sound Health Care System (VAPSHCS) and Mann-Grandstaff VA Medical Center. You will also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities, and the chance to be a part of an important mission.
SIBCR’s research spans a broad range of areas such as mental health; neuroscience; diabetes, endocrinology and nutrition; prosthetics; oncology; age-related diseases; and, pulmonary diseases. We are seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator for Dr. Laura Feemster research programs.

SUMMARY:

The Clinical Research Coordinator will work as a key team member on the Functional improvement in OSA and COPD with a Telehealth LifeStyle and Exercise Intervention (FOCuSEd) Study sponsored by the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI). This position is a pulmonary study based at the Mann Grandstaff VA Medical Center in Spokane, WA and will require an individual who understands the principles of scientific investigation and clinical trials and is capable of in-depth understanding of the study protocol. The candidate must possess strong scientific, organizational, and interpersonal skills. The position is full-time, Monday through Friday. Salary will be based according to the applicant’s research experience and includes benefits.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE WITH:

• Electronic medical record systems
• Electronic data capture systems, e.g. REDCap, Qualtrics
• Clinical health care

Required Knowledge and Experience:

• BA/BS in scientific or health related field
• 2+ year experience in human subjects research
• Outstanding organizational and communication skills
• Keen attention to detail
• Ability to work in a collaborative team environment
• Research compliance regulations
• Microsoft applications including Outlook, Word, Excel, and Acces

Leading recruitment, screening, enrollment, consent, and follow-up of clinical trial participants according to study protocol, including:

• reviewing medical charts
• conducting study visits
• completing questionnaires and surveys with study subjects
• conducting tests such as pulmonary function testing and six-minute walk
• capturing direct measurements including biometric measurement from study subjects
• timely and accurate data entry
• communication with study participants and medical professionals
• tracking study activities
• conducting and transcribing qualitative interviews
• monitoring site activities, including data quality and adverse events, providing feedback as necessary
• maintain paper- and electronic data capture forms and study files.
• maintain compliance with applicable IRB, human subjects, all training and data security guidelines and regulations
• assist in the preparation and distribution of applications, reports, meeting agendas and notes

Required Knowledge and Experience:

• BA/BS in scientific or health related field
• 2+ year experience in human subjects research
• Outstanding organizational and communication skills
• Keen attention to detail
• Ability to work in a collaborative team environment
• Research compliance regulations
• Microsoft applications including Outlook, Word, Excel, and Access