University of Southern California (USC)
Research Coordinator II
University of Southern California (USC), Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Overview
USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Centers Clinical Investigations Support Office (CISO) is seeking a Research Coordinator II to join its team. The position serves as a lead, coordinating aspects of clinical research including study recruitment, scheduling of study-related tests and follow up of enrolled patients. This position requires prior experience as a protocol coordinator. The Coordinator works independently and collaborates with physicians, patients, peers, data managers, and hospital personnel. The Coordinator is accountable to the Medical Director and Associate Director of CISO and to the Principal Investigators with whom they work. The Coordinator adheres to hospital policies and procedures. Responsibilities
Specific Job Functions – Research Lead planning and staffing of project operations based on proposed research activities and timelines. Provide guidance to investigators, study personnel, and patients; ensure the study is conducted as written to answer the scientific questions. Monitor protocol deviations and violations; participate in audits by NCI, FDA, and sponsors; report Serious Adverse Events (SAEs) following regulations. Enter patient registration data into the caf database and ensure accurate entry of treatment responses; assist in generating study results and input for publications. Train and mentor less experienced coordinators; maintain communication with Data Manager for on-study and off-treatment status. Assist with publication input and ensure data needed for CRFs are collected with source documentation. Comply with CISO SOPs and protocol administration duties, including determining patient eligibility, obtaining informed consent, scheduling tests, calculating doses, and ensuring protocol compliance. Coordinate with outside facilities when needed, obtain treatment records, and ensure correct reporting of toxicities within required timelines. Maintain drug logs, coordinate handling of investigational drugs, and ensure proper shipping and accountability of oral drugs. Arrange clinical visits and laboratory workups, process and transport samples per IATA guidelines, and manage pharmacokinetics/blood draw activities as necessary. Specific Job Functions – Patient Care Related Interact with physicians/investigators to discuss eligibility questions and patient concerns; act as liaison between patient and physician for medical issues. Notify physicians of SAEs and update on patient problems; document toxicities and ensure treatment dosing is adjusted as needed. Screen potential protocol patients, coordinate pre-study evaluations, and determine final eligibility for trials. Educate patients about possible toxicities and act as initial contact for patient questions and problem triage. Visit patients for ongoing toxicity assessment, document adverse reactions, and ensure physician countersigns toxicity forms. Coordinate hospital staff interactions to support protocol administration and recruitment across disciplines; ensure proper specimen handling and billing documentation. Complete orders and ensure sponsor-provided lab kits are delivered as required. Adhere to hospital regulations and program guidelines; maintain familiarity with CTU coordination when needed. Qualifications
Strong medical background; prior experience as Protocol Coordinator in clinical oncology research preferred. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and to collaborate across disciplines. Completion of Human Subject Training, HIPAA, GCP and Sexual Harassment online courses; Bloodborne Pathogens and shipping certificate as applicable. Proficiency with MS Office; excellent communication and writing skills; ability to multi-task and work in a team and independently. About USC Norris/CISO
The Clinical Investigations Support Office (CISO) oversees the clinical research infrastructure and supports investigators in clinical trials and translational projects. CISO coordinates with such cores as Data Science, Translational Pathology, Protocol Review and Monitoring, and safety committees. USC Norris is a premier cancer center recognized by the National Cancer Institute as one of the nation\'s comprehensive cancer centers since 1973. The hourly rate range for this position is $35.03 - $43.79. USC considers factors such as scope and responsibilities, experience, education, skills, and market conditions when extending offers. USC will consider qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws, including local fair chance ordinances. Minimum Education: Bachelor\'s degree; Minimum Experience: 2 years. Minimum Skills: administrative or research experience; knowledge of medical terminology and federal, state, and institutional research regulations (GCP, HIPAA); proficiency with MS Office; strong communication and teamwork abilities. Preferred Experience: 2 years. Preferred Field: Health and Medical Services, Laboratory and Research. Quick Apply Link: https://usccareers.usc.edu/job/-/-/1209/87525685232
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USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Centers Clinical Investigations Support Office (CISO) is seeking a Research Coordinator II to join its team. The position serves as a lead, coordinating aspects of clinical research including study recruitment, scheduling of study-related tests and follow up of enrolled patients. This position requires prior experience as a protocol coordinator. The Coordinator works independently and collaborates with physicians, patients, peers, data managers, and hospital personnel. The Coordinator is accountable to the Medical Director and Associate Director of CISO and to the Principal Investigators with whom they work. The Coordinator adheres to hospital policies and procedures. Responsibilities
Specific Job Functions – Research Lead planning and staffing of project operations based on proposed research activities and timelines. Provide guidance to investigators, study personnel, and patients; ensure the study is conducted as written to answer the scientific questions. Monitor protocol deviations and violations; participate in audits by NCI, FDA, and sponsors; report Serious Adverse Events (SAEs) following regulations. Enter patient registration data into the caf database and ensure accurate entry of treatment responses; assist in generating study results and input for publications. Train and mentor less experienced coordinators; maintain communication with Data Manager for on-study and off-treatment status. Assist with publication input and ensure data needed for CRFs are collected with source documentation. Comply with CISO SOPs and protocol administration duties, including determining patient eligibility, obtaining informed consent, scheduling tests, calculating doses, and ensuring protocol compliance. Coordinate with outside facilities when needed, obtain treatment records, and ensure correct reporting of toxicities within required timelines. Maintain drug logs, coordinate handling of investigational drugs, and ensure proper shipping and accountability of oral drugs. Arrange clinical visits and laboratory workups, process and transport samples per IATA guidelines, and manage pharmacokinetics/blood draw activities as necessary. Specific Job Functions – Patient Care Related Interact with physicians/investigators to discuss eligibility questions and patient concerns; act as liaison between patient and physician for medical issues. Notify physicians of SAEs and update on patient problems; document toxicities and ensure treatment dosing is adjusted as needed. Screen potential protocol patients, coordinate pre-study evaluations, and determine final eligibility for trials. Educate patients about possible toxicities and act as initial contact for patient questions and problem triage. Visit patients for ongoing toxicity assessment, document adverse reactions, and ensure physician countersigns toxicity forms. Coordinate hospital staff interactions to support protocol administration and recruitment across disciplines; ensure proper specimen handling and billing documentation. Complete orders and ensure sponsor-provided lab kits are delivered as required. Adhere to hospital regulations and program guidelines; maintain familiarity with CTU coordination when needed. Qualifications
Strong medical background; prior experience as Protocol Coordinator in clinical oncology research preferred. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and to collaborate across disciplines. Completion of Human Subject Training, HIPAA, GCP and Sexual Harassment online courses; Bloodborne Pathogens and shipping certificate as applicable. Proficiency with MS Office; excellent communication and writing skills; ability to multi-task and work in a team and independently. About USC Norris/CISO
The Clinical Investigations Support Office (CISO) oversees the clinical research infrastructure and supports investigators in clinical trials and translational projects. CISO coordinates with such cores as Data Science, Translational Pathology, Protocol Review and Monitoring, and safety committees. USC Norris is a premier cancer center recognized by the National Cancer Institute as one of the nation\'s comprehensive cancer centers since 1973. The hourly rate range for this position is $35.03 - $43.79. USC considers factors such as scope and responsibilities, experience, education, skills, and market conditions when extending offers. USC will consider qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws, including local fair chance ordinances. Minimum Education: Bachelor\'s degree; Minimum Experience: 2 years. Minimum Skills: administrative or research experience; knowledge of medical terminology and federal, state, and institutional research regulations (GCP, HIPAA); proficiency with MS Office; strong communication and teamwork abilities. Preferred Experience: 2 years. Preferred Field: Health and Medical Services, Laboratory and Research. Quick Apply Link: https://usccareers.usc.edu/job/-/-/1209/87525685232
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