What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clin Trials Research Associate - ICTS Coordinator Core position at The University of Iowa?
The clinical trial research associate/ data manager will be an integral member of the research team in the Institute for Clinical and Translational Science and the Department of Family Medicine. This position will provide support for these departments by performing activities which are vitally important to establish the research core for the department, as well as to grow and foster innovation through research support endeavors. The clinical trial research associate/ data manager will apply clinical skills to administer, deliver, and evaluate research protocols.
Duties to include but not limited to:
- Perform clinical/health care research activities in the Department of Family Medicine.
- Monitor the our site participating in a PCORI Study, which is a large multi-site clinical trial.
- Collaborate with Principal Investigator and the study team in the development, execution, administration and maintenance of protocols and clinical studies and provide input into descriptions of complex research procedures.
- Assess participants for problems related to protocol.
- Participate in the design; development and testing of clinical research trial data systems.
- Maintain communication between health care clinical information systems and research data systems.
- Manage and organize regulatory documentation.
- Prepare and submit regulatory documents.
- Participate in preparation of grant applications for extramural funding.
- Assist with tracking and reconciling grant/trial budget free balances and identify opportunities to ensure that grant funding is being used as intended and awarded.
For a full job description, please send an e-mail to the contact listed below.
About ICTS: The Institute for Clinical and Translational Science (ICTS) at the University of Iowa was approved by the Iowa Board of Regents in 2007 to support the work of investigators involved in clinical and translational science. Our mission is to accelerate translational science through programs to develop the translational workforce, to promote engagement of community members and other stakeholders, to promote research integration across the lifespan, and to catalyze innovative clinical and translational research. These efforts will lead to the development of novel therapies and healthcare delivery strategies, the integration of translational research and clinical practice, and, ultimately to measurable improvements in the health of Iowa and the nation.
Percent of Time: 100%
Pay Grade: 4A
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Benefits Highlights:
- Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans
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Required Qualifications
- A Bachelor’s degree in a Health Science field or an equivalent combination of education and research experience is required.
- Working knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) in research.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work nights and weekends is required.
- A minimum one year of clinical research experience.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.
- The ability to travel between multiple clinical trial sites.
- A valid driver’s license and the ability to meet and maintain University Driving Policy standards.
Desirable Qualifications
- Previous experience writing manuscripts for publication.
- Experience with REDCap, Epic, ICart, and ACCESS.
- Previous experience in data collection and entry.
- Experience in processing research regulatory documents.
- A current license to practice nursing in Iowa by the time of hire.
- The ability to work independently.
- Excellent time management skills and ability to perform detail-oriented work.
Application Process:
In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a “Relevant File” to the submission:
Resume
Cover Letter
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from positing and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.
Successful candidates will be required to self -disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.
For additional questions, please contact Amy Stewart at amy-stewart@uiowa.edu
This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.
