Clinical Research Associate

Job description

Job Summary:
Under the joint direct supervision of the oncology clinical trials Principal Investigator and Administrative Director, this contract position is privately (grant) funded and involves daily patient communication and coordination. Prior knowledge and experience in these areas are mandatory.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Clinical and Administrative

• Fully understand each research study that is assigned (study background, requirements, patient eligibility, etc.)
• Identify eligible study patients by checking all eligibility and ineligibility criteria with the patient’s medical records and approval from referring provider and principal investigator
• Use protocol knowledge to monitor adherence to protocols by all participating partners including physicians, nurses, physician assistants, pharmacists, and patients.
• Identify any problems with protocol compliance and notify principal investigator and/or primary provider.
• Practice independently resolving problems with protocol with minimum Principal Investigator involvement
• Electronically complete and submit Clinical Research forms (CRFs) to all necessary NCI research groups via RAVE, RedCap or other required data management system
• Manage patient research activity in the electronic medical record, shared calendar system, and MS Access-based Comprehensive Clinical and Research Data management System
• Ensure that all study activity is in accordance with the guidelines, instructions and specifications outlined in the research protocol and that contractual obligation, goals and standards are met and maintained.
• Attend weekly tumor planning conferences
• Attend working group meetings to discuss regulatory and patient updates and/or issues
• Attend annual cooperative group conferences (ECOG/NRG/WF/Alliance) for protocol update and further training as discussed and agreed upon with your supervisor
• Coordination of patients’ clinical activities, including scheduling & rescheduling patient research appointments (i.e.: new and follow-up appointments with medical oncology, MRIs, CT & MUGA scans, and other outside appointments)
• Follow up with patients who missed their clinic appointment and give them a new return date
• Follow up regarding tests ordered to be sure they are scheduled appropriately

Other * Work with others to assure that personnel and protocols will operate within the defined research environment, with good level of cooperation with existing staff and programs

• Follow procedures to protect and maintain the rights and confidentiality of all human study participants
• Participate in administrative meetings and staff development meetings
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors

Qualifications: Graduate from an accredited college or university A minimum of two years of experience working in clinical trials research

• Familiarity with oncology clinical trials preferred
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office mandatory (including Access)
• Ability to meet deadlines and help coordinate multiple aspects of the ongoing project
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Flexibility and comfort in working in fast paced environments
• Valid drivers license for potential travel between clinical sites

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $62,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 1 year

Medical specialties:

• Oncology

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Chicago, IL 60608: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person