Clinical Research Coordinator I/II/III - Taussig Cancer Center

at  Cleveland Clinic

Join the Cleveland Clinic team, where you will work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-first healthcare. Cleveland Clinic is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the nation. At Cleveland Clinic, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

Cleveland Clinic is looking to add a Research Coordinator II to their dedicated team of caregivers. As a Research Coordinator II, you will be involved in innovative treatments and an integral part of reporting high-quality data to answer our research questions. This role allows the investigation of patient disease and problems, resulting in high quality research and reported results. Your duties will include but are not limited to:

• Coordinating the implementation and conduction of research projects.
• Completing and maintaining appropriate regulatory documentation.
• Organizing study information and avoiding deviations.

The ideal caregiver is someone who:

• Works with integrity and transparency.
• Is a respectful team-player that can also work independently.
• Is organized and can prioritize, making sure to meet deadlines.

As a Research Coordinator II, you will work in a dynamic and technologically advanced environment that allows you to discover, learn, and grow across different institutes and locations. You’ll be completely supported professionally and personally by our department, working with our world-class physician staff who are dedicated to the highest quality level of care and research.
At Cleveland Clinic, we know what matters most. That’s why we treat our caregivers as if they are our own family, and we are always creating ways to be there for you. Here, you’ll find that we offer: resources to learn and grow, a fulfilling career for everyone, and comprehensive benefits that invest in your health, your physical and mental well-being and your future. When you join Cleveland Clinic, you’ll be part of a supportive caregiver family that will be united in shared values and purpose to fulfill our promise of being the best place to receive care and the best place to work in healthcare.

EDUCATION:

• High School Diploma or GED. Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in health care or science related field preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in healthcare or science field may offset two years of experience requirement.
• Demonstrated proficiency with a variety of computer-based skills, especially in the use of word processing, spreadsheets, database and presentation software, and the ability to undertake internet searches.
• Solid written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be self-directed with demonstrated ability to work in collaboration and cooperation with members of a multidisciplinary team.
• Within 90 days of hire, must successfully complete certification in Human Subjects Research as required by the Responsible Conduct of Research guidelines adopted by Cleveland Clinic.
• Continually demonstrates competency with defined requirements for the position as established by Cleveland Clinic. Education preference.

WORK EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum three years’ experience as a Research Coordinator I or performing the role of a Research Coordinator I. Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in health care or science related field may offset two years of experience requirement.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• A high degree of dexterity to produce materials on a computer.
• Requires normal or corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
• Extensive sitting and frequent walking, occasional lifting or carrying up to 25 pounds.
• May have some exposure to communicable diseases or body fluids.
• May require working irregular hours.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinates the implementation and conduct of research projects ensuring adherence to research protocol requirements which may include: maintenance of regulatory documents and binders, data management, IRB submissions and communication of such to the research team.
• May be responsible for reporting/completion of Serious Adverse Events and/or safety log as defined per protocol as they occur and completion of Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and sponsor forms in accordance with GCP guidelines.
• Communicates with sponsors, monitors, research personnel to ensure all aspects of study compliance.
• May serve as a liaison between investigators, research personnel, outside study personnel and central research administration offices to assist in protocol interpretation, enrollment and safety questions.
• Collaborates with study team to schedule pre-site selection visits, site initiation visits, webinars, monitoring and close-out visits.
• Collaborates with primary investigator, sponsor and research staff to plan, conduct and evaluate project protocols, including research subject recruitment.
• Monitors and reports project status.
• Completes regulatory documents, data capture and monitoring plans.
• Completes protocol related activities.
• As delegated, may be required to attain and maintain clinical competencies for unlicensed caregivers such as phlebotomy, vital signs, ECG, POC testing and other testing as required.
• Monitors research data to maintain quality.
• Understands basic concepts of study design.
• Demonstrates comprehension of assigned research protocols.
• Develops and maintains knowledge of research protocol to coordinate the comprehensive and compliant execution of assigned protocols.
• Assists with preparation for audits and response to audits.
• May assist in the development and maintenance of research tools, such as spreadsheets, questionnaires and/or brochures.
• Maintains study personnel certification records (License, CV, CITI).
• Maintains professional relationships, including frequent and open effective communication with internal and external customers.
• Documents the education and training of research personnel as needed.
• May participate in the conduct and documentation of the informed consent process.
• May assist PI with research study design and development of the research protocol.
• May contribute to research project budget development.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Cleveland Clinic is looking to add a Research Coordinator II to their dedicated team of caregivers. As a Research Coordinator II, you will be involved in innovative treatments and an integral part of reporting high-quality data to answer our research questions. This role allows the investigation of patient disease and problems, resulting in high quality research and reported results. Your duties will include but are not limited to:

• Coordinating the implementation and conduction of research projects.
• Completing and maintaining appropriate regulatory documentation.
• Organizing study information and avoiding deviations