Clinical Research Coordinator I - National Prospective

at  Institute for Medical Research

PI: DR. STEPHEN FREEDLAND

The Institute for Medical Research, an affiliate of the Durham VA Health Care System (DVAHCS), is looking for a National Prospective Clinical Research Coordinator to oversee select clinical research studies conducted by the Principal Investigator, Dr. Stephen Freedland, and his associates in his urology and oncology research lab. This includes management of select nationwide prospective projects, personnel hiring and training, compilation and documentation of data and tissue, and preparation of IRB and regulatory paperwork, among other responsibilities.
The CRC will be responsible for management of several studies, across a breadth of urology and oncology areas. These studies entail retrospective and prospective observational research components and involve phone-based recruitment of patients nationwide. There is little to no patient contact in this role, as most study activities will be conducted by staff under CRC supervision. The incumbent to this position will have the opportunity to work with a highly productive and dynamic team of MDs, PhDs, and clinical trials personnel. Seminars and other learning opportunities, including professional development funding as early as three months into employment, are also available.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Requires an organized, task oriented, deadline sensitive individual with a minimum of a bachelor’s degree and a minimum 2-5 years of relevant experience in clinical research. Graduate education may be considered in lieu of work experience.
Candidates must be able to deal diplomatically and professionally with administration, faculty, clinical and lab personnel, and subjects. Demonstrated leadership, professional initiative, teamwork abilities, strong interpersonal relationship skills, and decision-making, and good judgement is expected. Excellent written and oral skills, Windows, Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, editing, and proper telephone etiquette skills are required for this position. Incumbent should possess professional knowledge of clinical research sufficient to provide training and guidance to others in the clinic. Prior experience with clinical research, FDA regulations, and HIPAA considerations is preferred. Some basic wet lab experience is required. Salary will be commensurate with experience level. Applicant must have the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment, prioritize and manage the workflow of multiple projects, lift up to 40 pounds, sit at a computer for long periods of time, and have fluency in the English language.
Salary Range or Rate of Pay: $55,500.00 to $75,926.95 annually and is commensurate with experience and/or education.
Status: Exempt
Candidates will have a mix of remote work and in-person work in our office and laboratory. Candidates must be willing to relocate to the Durham, NC area for in-person onboarding and in-office activities following lifting of COVID-19 restrictions.
The prior statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
Start Date: Expected start date will be 8 weeks after the offer but is somewhat flexible and contingent upon completion and approval of VA paperwork.
Employee Benefits: IMR offers a competitive benefits package if you work 30 hours or more which includes health, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability insurance. IMR offers a matching 403b retirement savings plan if you work 20 or more hours. Both part-time and full-time employees get paid holiday, vacation, and sick leave. Please visit https://imr.org/benefits/ for information about employee benefits.
All IMR employees are required to obtain a Without Compensation (WOC) appointment at the Durham VA Health Care System (DVAHCS). As a result, the successful candidate must undergo a federal background check and may be subject to a physical and drug test. Participation in the vaccination programs may be required for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Without Compensation (WOC) appointments. We will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

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