Project Coordinator

Description

Clinical Data management is a critical phase in clinical research, which leads to generation of high-quality, reliable, and statistically sound data from clinical trials. A clinical data manager ensures that statistical information and results from clinical trials are recorded accurately. A professional is usually involved in every aspect of a trial, from selecting qualified participants to publishing final scientific papers. Clinical data managers record information about the effects of medication on patients, daily experimental data, and ongoing issues with a study. Most clinical data manager jobs are found in government organizations, pharmaceutical companies, and biotechnology firms. Clinical data managers develop and execute data testing and analysis plans, ensuring robust data quality and identifying ways to improve processes.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

95 % performs:

• Will work with clinical researchers in the acquisition of data related to patients engaged in a variety of clinical research protocols.
• Inputting of data into large, complex computerized records systems and maintain the accuracy, integrity and security thereof.
• Applying the knowledge of regulations, policies, protocols and/or procedures to control and maintain accurate records.
• Dealing with a large volume of information which may require the need to be screened, grouped, summarized, transcribed, coded, etc.
• Assisting in standardizing data management procedures.
• Solving operational/data problems in consultation with other employees and/or supervisors.
• Will work with representatives of pharmaceutical companies or other research protocol organizations for audit and review purposes.
• Maintaining confidentiality of data as required.
• Discrepancy management/ query resolution-reviewing discrepancies, investigating the reason, and resolving them with documentary proof or declaring them as irresolvable.
• Preparing a variety of standard statistical reports.
• General clerical duties include data entry, collating library searches, and other related tasks.

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS:

5% performs other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

Applicant must meet one of the following:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university and/or a combination of related experience in Clinical oncology and/or clinical research.
• High school diploma or equivalent with a minimum of 10 years professional experience in Clinical oncology and/or clinical research.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.
• Able to handle a variety of clinical research tasks.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Professional use of the English language; both written and oral.
• Experience in utilizing various clinical database management systems.
• Broad knowledge of drug, device and/or biologic development and effective data management practices.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills preferred.
• Experience in a clinical, scientific or healthcare discipline.
• Knowledge of various clinical research software packages (Medidata Rave, RedCap, etc.)
• Knowledge of EPIC.
• Basic understanding of SAS programming.
• Dictionary medical coding (MedDRA and WHODrug).
• Understanding of CDISC standards (CDASH, SDTM, ADaM, etc.).
• Oncology and/or Orphan Drug therapeutic experience.

Additional Position Information

PSN/PER Number: PSN 31419/PER 507/ATS 5569

Salary Range: $45,000-$65,000

Primary Location: Shreveport, LA (on-site position)

About the School

The LSU Systems Office has provided LSU Health-Shreveport employees with excellent benefit options designed with you and your dependents in mind. Our Benefits Section is available between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, to help answer any questions you might have about these benefits.

LSU Health is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

• Salary is commensurate with experience and training
• Generous Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Optional Retirement Plans

Applicant Instructions

Locate and click on the Apply Online button located at the bottom of the screen, enter your contact information, and upload your resume/CV. If you need assistance applying electronically, please telephone 318-675-5589.

If you are contacted for an interview, please let us know at that time if you will need special accommodations.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Shreveport, LA 71103 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Shreveport, LA 71103: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $45,000 - $65,000