Human Subject Research Spec I

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share : equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.Job Location (Full Address) : 601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642Opening : Worker Subtype : RegularTime Type : Full timeScheduled Weekly Hours : 40Department : 400153 OBGYN ResearchWork Shift : Range : UR URG 106 HCompensation Range : $21.36 - $29.90The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries / hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.Responsibilities : Coordinates the activities associated with human subject research.This is a full-time position (40 hrs / wk) in Ob / Gyn to conduct clinical research study among pregnant women. In particular this individual will be responsible for recruitment and administrative responsibilities for one NIH funded study under the direction of the Principal Investigator. This individual will screen and recruit potential study candidates and perform interviews, data / specimen collection, chart reviews, and data entry. Must work well as part of a team, be able to complete project tasks independently as requested, be comfortable with a variety of databases, be detail-oriented, and at all times demonstrate the ability to interact in a professional and positive manner in both verbal and written communications.RESPONSIBILITIESEngagement and monitoring of study subjects : Schedule and conduct study visits, consenting participants and explaining study protocols to ensure patient compliance. Works independently with input from the PI. Is responsible for subject tracking, administering the study vitamin D on the first study day, drawing blood, processing biological sampling, ensuring form completion, and adherence to protocol.Assist in developing protocol with PI, recruitment strategies, and monitors target enrollment numbers. Inform Cornell study team when subjects complete study and need to be reimbursed. Interface with PI at Cornell to update on enrollment status and any issues that arise during the study.Study administration, participates in advertising material development, and coordination of study with PI. Is solely responsible for the day-to-day operations of the study and must use independent judgment.Information Management : Completes interviews and phone calls with subjects as required by protocol.Completion of source documents : CRFs, follow up phone calls, and subject mailings.Provide collection, labeling, and coordination of study specimens to be delivered to the core laboratory; ensure labeling is correct and coordinate sample shipments to Cornell.Perform chart reviews and information abstraction / recording, phone communications with subjects, fax / mail as necessary as pertains to enrolled subjects at your site.Perform data entry and integrity checks; enter data into web-based database and respond to sponsor data queries as they arise.Interface with study monitors to answer any questions and keep complete regulatory and subject documentation.Research Team Collaboration : Coordinate with the PI, the sponsor, and the data monitors to ensure regulatory and other documents are complete and on time.Attend team meetings and conference calls as needed.REQUIRED COMPENTENCIESThis position requires the ability to work independently. The candidate must possess strong organizational and interpersonal skills in order to communicate with subjects, team mates, and other hospital staff. The applicant must be willing to develop the logistics of subject enrollment, be persistent and flexible in assuring on-going subject cooperation / compliance, be detail oriented, and possess excellent data collection skills. Computer skills required.REQUIREMENTSBachelor's degree and 3 years experience in clinical research coordination; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.Phlebotomy training and certification required.Knowledge of Microsoft Office and Windows software preferred.Experience with data entry or management preferred.Clinical Research Coordinator Certification preferred. Must be able to work occasional weekends and in late afternoons / early evenings on some weekdays.Schedule : 8 AM-4 : 30 PMEOE Minorities / Females / Protected Veterans / Disabled : The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion to advance the University’s mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military / veteran status, national origin, race, religion / creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other status protected by law. 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