Lead Clinical Research Specialist - Emory College of Arts and Sciences

at  Emory University

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Description:

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Under minimal supervision, Handles administrative activities generally associated with the conduct of clinical research. Provides guidance to less experienced staff.
• Manages research project databases, develops flow sheets and other study related documents, and completes source documents/case report forms.
• Interfaces with research participants, determines eligibility and consents study participants according to protocol. Approves orders for supplies and equipment maintenance. Assists in developing recruitment strategies and conducting screenings for study participants including interviews and questionnaires.
• Collects or supervises collection of study specimens and processing. Establishes case packages for study procedures, monitors scheduling of procedures and charges, and coordinates other services as needed. Ensures compliance with research protocols, reviews case report forms and audits for accuracy with source documents, and attends monitoring meetings with sponsors.
• Prepares regulatory submissions. With appropriate credentialing and training. May perform phlebotomy or diagnostics. Performs related approved responsibilities as required. May assist in protocol design. Investigates and proposes alternative experimental procedures for consideration by a principal investigator.
• Analyzes and interprets non-diagnostic results of studies. Demonstrates and trains others in the proper use/operation of laboratory techniques and equipment. Reviews literature for related research developments and techniques and compiles findings.
• Monitors laboratory processes to maintain quality assurance standards. Records results of studies, compiles and analyzes data and prepares charts and graphs. Monitors the handling, storage and disposal of hazardous substances. Performs related, approved non-clinical responsibilities as required.
• Employees in this classification may be required to work with, take specific precautions against and/or be immunized against potentially hazardous agents.
• This position is intended to support clinical research and all clinical training requirements must be tracked and monitored through Emory Healthcare under the credentialing category of Clinical Research Specialist, Lead.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific field and two years of research experience, or equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.

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