Research Coordinator-Woodward

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 0800-1630 and other shifts as needed.

Location: Woodward

Salary/Hourly: Hourly

Job Summary

Responsible for managing many aspects of conducting clinical trials, projects, consenting collections, and testing for research clients both from internal (hospital based, Medical Director- Researchers) and external clients. Serves as central coordinator of study activity at the research site, acting as liaison between the investigator and all internal and external contacts. Responsible for a variety of complex tasks requiring independent judgment regarding the pre-implementation and implementation phases of a study, such as feasibility discussions, contract and budget preparation, study startup activities, subject recruitment and enrollment, maintenance of the study, data management, and study closure. Participate as effective team member in section management relative to communications and operations as appropriate.

Research Essential Functions

• Review and evaluate protocols with Principal Investigators (PI) and/or research team for feasibility.
• Create budgets for study or project and submit to appropriate process for review and approval.
• Prepare, implement, and assist in the approval of study start-up documents, worksheets, presentations, and activities.
• Serve as a liaison with study Principal Investigators and internal and/or external clients regarding study set up and logistics.
• Design data collection forms, known as case report forms (CRF) as necessary.
• Handle inquiries regarding the protocol, case report forms and other areas related to the study or project.
• Conduct subject interviews and obtain Informed Consent.
• Ensure timely and accurate completion and shipping of all study materials.
• Comply with documentation and procedural requirements including (but not limited to): Case report form completion, Enrollment reports, Adverse event and dropout updates, Handling and labeling of samples, and Proper shipment of materials. Address queries in a timely manner.
  
  

Maintain quality assurance, regulatory documents, recording and reporting study status information to verify that data entered on the CRF is accurate and complete.

• Coordinates with all appropriate internal departments regarding research studies or projects including: Information Technology, Accounting, laboratory department supervisors, managers, and technical specialists.
• Participate in site audits by regulatory agencies when necessary.
• Ensure all trial supplies are accounted for.
• Archive study documentation and correspondence.
  
  

Training

• Establish, maintain, and document appropriate training and competency programs necessary for clinical trials.
• Schedule logistics meetings with study team to ensure understanding of the study workflow and workload.
  
  

Inventory Control

• Provide appropriate inventory control of study investigational use kits/reagents, study supplies, and study gift cards.
  
  

Organizational / Employee Development

• Organize daily work to meet the study milestones or deadlines.
• Actively solicit staff input and feedback. Listen with the purpose of understanding employee concerns, questions, ideas and opinions.
• Actively support and implement department procedures, polices and strategies to support the corporate vision, values and strategic plans.
• Assist with marketing of the section(s)’ services through client contact, providing information for marketing brochures, and tours to community groups as appropriate.
• Communicate with department management team and staff to ensure appropriate sharing of information.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
  
  

Minimum Experience

• One (1) year of relevant work experience in a healthcare or clinical laboratory setting.
  
  

Preferred

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's or Advanced degree in a health-related field.
• Certification as a Research Coordinator.
• Patient or physician interaction experience.
• Clinical research experience.
• Knowledge of Salesforce, Compliance360, and Sunquest computer programs.
  
  

General Requirements

• Working knowledge of statistical and variance analysis.
• Skilled in organization and attention to detail.
• Ability to effectively communicate with individuals in varying socio-economic and educational backgrounds.
• Ability to manage multiple projects at one time.
• Ability to meet deadlines and target goals.
• Ability to organize and direct workflow.
• Ability to develop budgets and monitor expenditures.
• Ability to conduct the project in a professional manner while in the presence of subjects, peers, sponsors, monitors or physicians.
• Ability to work both independently and as a team member.
• Working knowledge of computers, both personal and mainframe, and at least one word processing and spreadsheet program.
  
  

TriCore is New Mexico’s largest laboratory, employing more than 1,400 individuals who serve in a broad range of positions. We are dedicated to improving the quality of care for our communities, and also our employees. We foster a culture of integrity, are dedicated to excellence, and are looking for passionate individuals with a desire to have an impact in patient care, the core of our strategy. We offer excellent benefits including, medical, dental, vision and life insurances, 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching, PTO, and paid holidays, as well as opportunities for continuous learning, education assistance, wellness programs, career advancement, and the ability to share in our genuine commitment to the health of our communities. We offer a variety of shifts at multiple locations.