Biological Sciences Division at the University of Chicago
Clinical Research Coordinator
Biological Sciences Division at the University of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Overview
The Department of Radiation and Cellular Oncology at the University of Chicago is renowned for advancing the field of radiation oncology through pioneering new clinical approaches, the use of cutting-edge technologies, and impactful translational research. Our distinguished and diverse team of physicians, scientists, and physicists collaboratively provide exceptional patient care while driving scientific discoveries that shape the future of cancer treatment. Job Summary
The Clinical Research Coordinator supports, facilitates and coordinates independently the daily clinical trial activities and plays a critical role in the conduct of the study. This position offers the opportunity to lead patient recruitment, coordinate study visits, and conduct informed consent discussions while ensuring protocol adherence and patient safety. The Clinical Research Coordinator will oversee specimen handling, perform study assessments, manage case report forms and adverse event documentation, and safeguard patient data. In addition, this position will liaise with principal investigators, sponsors, CROs, and regulatory bodies, and prepare and maintain IRB submissions and approvals. Responsibilities
Plays a central role in managing all aspects of clinical trials from start-up through close-out. Lead patient recruitment, coordinate study visits, and conduct informed consent discussions while ensuring protocol adherence and patient safety. Oversee specimen handling, perform study assessments, manage case report forms and adverse event documentation, and safeguard patient data with meticulous attention to confidentiality and compliance. Liaise with principal investigators, sponsors, CROs, and regulatory bodies, and prepare and maintain IRB submissions and approvals. Training new staff, participating in audits, resolving logistical and administrative challenges, and maintaining detailed research records. Accountable for all tasks in basic clinical studies. Assists with various professional, organizational, and operational tasks under direct supervision. Supports quality assurance reviews conducted by study sponsors, federal agencies, or specially designated review groups. Uses knowledge of clinical studies to coordinate the collection of analyzable clinical research data and/or samples. Performs other related work as needed. Qualifications
Education: Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in a related field. Work Experience: Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through fewer than 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline. Certifications: (Not specified in detail) Preferred Qualifications: Experience in conducting oncology trials and research. Working Conditions: Clinical Environment. Application Documents: Resume (required); Cover Letter (preferred). Salary and Benefits
Base pay range:
$50,000.00/yr - $65,000.00/yr The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting. Benefits information is available in the Benefits Guidebook. Posting and Equal Opportunity
The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination. Job seekers needing a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via the Applicant Inquiry Form. All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment; the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses relevance to the position. The University of Chicago’s Annual Security & Fire Safety Report provides safety information and can be accessed online. Paper copies are available upon request from the University of Chicago Police Department.
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The Department of Radiation and Cellular Oncology at the University of Chicago is renowned for advancing the field of radiation oncology through pioneering new clinical approaches, the use of cutting-edge technologies, and impactful translational research. Our distinguished and diverse team of physicians, scientists, and physicists collaboratively provide exceptional patient care while driving scientific discoveries that shape the future of cancer treatment. Job Summary
The Clinical Research Coordinator supports, facilitates and coordinates independently the daily clinical trial activities and plays a critical role in the conduct of the study. This position offers the opportunity to lead patient recruitment, coordinate study visits, and conduct informed consent discussions while ensuring protocol adherence and patient safety. The Clinical Research Coordinator will oversee specimen handling, perform study assessments, manage case report forms and adverse event documentation, and safeguard patient data. In addition, this position will liaise with principal investigators, sponsors, CROs, and regulatory bodies, and prepare and maintain IRB submissions and approvals. Responsibilities
Plays a central role in managing all aspects of clinical trials from start-up through close-out. Lead patient recruitment, coordinate study visits, and conduct informed consent discussions while ensuring protocol adherence and patient safety. Oversee specimen handling, perform study assessments, manage case report forms and adverse event documentation, and safeguard patient data with meticulous attention to confidentiality and compliance. Liaise with principal investigators, sponsors, CROs, and regulatory bodies, and prepare and maintain IRB submissions and approvals. Training new staff, participating in audits, resolving logistical and administrative challenges, and maintaining detailed research records. Accountable for all tasks in basic clinical studies. Assists with various professional, organizational, and operational tasks under direct supervision. Supports quality assurance reviews conducted by study sponsors, federal agencies, or specially designated review groups. Uses knowledge of clinical studies to coordinate the collection of analyzable clinical research data and/or samples. Performs other related work as needed. Qualifications
Education: Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in a related field. Work Experience: Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through fewer than 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline. Certifications: (Not specified in detail) Preferred Qualifications: Experience in conducting oncology trials and research. Working Conditions: Clinical Environment. Application Documents: Resume (required); Cover Letter (preferred). Salary and Benefits
Base pay range:
$50,000.00/yr - $65,000.00/yr The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting. Benefits information is available in the Benefits Guidebook. Posting and Equal Opportunity
The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination. Job seekers needing a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via the Applicant Inquiry Form. All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment; the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses relevance to the position. The University of Chicago’s Annual Security & Fire Safety Report provides safety information and can be accessed online. Paper copies are available upon request from the University of Chicago Police Department.
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